The Sea and Its Living Wonders by G. Hartwig
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| Author | Hartwig, G. (Georg), 1813-1880 |
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| Title |
The Sea and Its Living Wonders A Popular Account of the Marvels of the Deep and of the Progress of Martime Discovery from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time |
| Note | Reading ease score: 49.2 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Sharon Joiner, Tom Cosmas and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "The Sea and Its Living Wonders" by G. Hartwig is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work offers a comprehensive account of the marine world, exploring not only the myriad creatures that inhabit the ocean but also the progress of maritime discovery from antiquity to Hartwig's contemporary period. The author, noted for his other works on nature, aims to provide a thorough and accessible look at the wonders of the deep sea, encouraging a general appreciation of oceanic life and its mysteries. The opening of the text introduces Hartwig's passion for the ocean, likening it to the admiration one might have for majestic mountains or serene landscapes. It sets the stage for further exploration by discussing the enormity and significance of the sea, outlining its physical geography, the concept of tides, and how they reflect celestial influences. The detailed descriptions of the sea's depths and the complexities behind wave formation lay the groundwork for a journey through oceanic phenomena, suggesting that the book will delve into both the scientific intricacies and awe-inspiring beauty of marine environments, appealing to both scholars and casual readers alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Oceanography |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animal behavior |
| Subject | Discoveries in geography |
| Subject | Ocean |
| Subject | Marine animals |
| Subject | Marine plants |
| Subject | Discoveries in geography -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62011 |
| Release Date | May 3, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 131 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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