Phases Of Animal Life: Past And Present

By Richard Lydekker

Book Overview

""Phases of Animal Life: Past and Present"" by R. Lydekker is a comprehensive exploration of the history and evolution of the animal kingdom. The book is divided into two parts: the first part focuses on the past, covering the geological time periods from the Cambrian era to the Tertiary period. The second part focuses on the present, covering the various classes of animals that exist today, including mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, and insects.Throughout the book, Lydekker provides detailed descriptions of the various species of animals that have existed throughout history, including their physical characteristics, habitats, and behaviors. He also discusses the various factors that have influenced the evolution of these animals over time, including climate change, geological events, and the emergence of new predators and prey.In addition to providing a wealth of scientific information, ""Phases of Animal Life"" is also beautifully illustrated with over 300 black and white illustrations and photographs. These images help to bring the animals to life and provide readers with a visual understanding of their physical characteristics and behaviors.Overall, ""Phases of Animal Life: Past and Present"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the animal kingdom. It is a fascinating and informative read that is sure to captivate both casual readers and serious scholars alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162931248
• ISBN13: 9781162931241
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"