Notes on Collecting and Preserving Natural-History Objects by J. E. Taylor et al.
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About this eBook
| Editor | Taylor, J. E. (John Ellor), 1837-1895 |
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| Contributor | Braithwaite, Robert, 1824-1917 |
| Contributor | Bridgman, John B. |
| Contributor | Britten, James, 1846-1924 |
| Contributor | Buckman, James, 1816-1884 |
| Contributor | Crombie, James M. (James Morrison), 1833-1906 |
| Contributor | Elwin, Edward Fenton |
| Contributor | Grattann, W. H. |
| Contributor | Knaggs, H. Guard (Henry Guard), 1832-1908 |
| Contributor | Rye, E. C. (Edward Caldwell), 1832-1885 |
| Contributor | Smith, Worthington George, 1835-1917 |
| Contributor | Southwell, Thomas, 1831-1901 |
| Contributor | Tate, Ralph, 1840-1901 |
| Title | Notes on Collecting and Preserving Natural-History Objects |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | Geological specimes, by J.E. Taylor -- Bones, by E.F. Elwin -- Birds' eggs, by T. Southwell -- Butterflies and moths, by Dr. Knaggs -- Beetles, by E.C. Rye -- Hymenoptera, by J.B. Bridgman -- Land and freshwater shells, by Prof. R. Tate -- Flowering plants and ferns, by J. Britten -- Grasses &c., by Prof. Buckman -- Mosses, by Dr. Braithwaite -- Fungi, by W.G. Smith -- Lichens, by Rev. J. Crombie -- Seaweeds, by W.H. Grattann. |
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| Summary | "Notes on Collecting and Preserving Natural-History Objects" by J. E. Taylor et al. is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a comprehensive handbook for budding naturalists, offering guidance on the collection and preservation of various natural history specimens, including geological specimens, bones, birds' eggs, butterflies, and more. The opening of the work begins with a preface that outlines the intention behind compiling essays from various contributors to 'Science-Gossip.' The authors seek to impart practical knowledge to young naturalists, emphasizing that mere collection is insufficient for a true understanding of natural history. The initial chapter focuses on geological specimens, discussing the value of hands-on collecting and the excitement that comes from personally discovering fossils and other geological items. It highlights the importance of practical knowledge over mere nomenclature and encourages readers to appreciate the relationships and narratives behind each specimen. The authors advocate for an engaged and curious approach to the natural world rather than a passive collecting mentality. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Zoological specimens -- Collection and preservation |
| Subject | Botanical specimens -- Collection and preservation |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45084 |
| Release Date | Mar 9, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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