The Natural History of Oxford-Shire: Being an Essay Towards the Natural History of England

By Robert Plot

Book Overview

The Natural History of Oxford-Shire is an essay written by Robert Plot in 1705. The book is an attempt to explore the natural history of England, focusing specifically on the county of Oxfordshire. Plot provides a detailed description of the geography, geology, flora, and fauna of the region, drawing on his own observations and the writings of other naturalists. The book includes information on the various species of animals and plants found in Oxfordshire, as well as their habitats and behaviors. Plot also delves into the history of the region, discussing the impact of human activity on the natural environment and the ways in which the landscape has changed over time. The Natural History of Oxford-Shire is considered an important work in the history of natural science and is still studied by scholars today.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: 1165612216
• ISBN13: 9781165612215
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 2.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.3" x 11.0"