The Book of Fishes: Class Pisces (1834) is a comprehensive guide to the classification and characteristics of various fish species. Written by the Society Promoting Christian Knowledge, the book provides a detailed account of the physical features, habitat, and behavior of each fish species belonging to the Pisces class. The book is divided into chapters, each dedicated to a specific fish family, and includes illustrations and diagrams to aid in identification. The Society Promoting Christian Knowledge was a British organization established in the 18th century with the aim of promoting Christian education and literature. The Book of Fishes: Class Pisces is an example of their efforts to educate the public on the natural world and encourage an appreciation for God's creation. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in fish biology, natural history, or the history of scientific literature.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.
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