This edition had all images removed.
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.
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Produced by Chris Curnow, Sharon Joiner, Tom Cosmas and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
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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.)
Author: Hartwig, G. (Georg), 1813-1880
EBook No.: 62011
Published: May 3, 2020
Downloads: 104
Language: English
Subject: Animal behavior
Subject: Discoveries in geography
Subject: Ocean
Subject: Marine animals
Subject: Marine plants
Subject: Discoveries in geography -- History
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Oceanography
LoCC: Science: Natural history
LoCC: Science: Zoology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
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.)
Author: Hartwig, G. (Georg), 1813-1880
EBook No.: 62011
Published: May 3, 2020
Downloads: 104
Language: English
Subject: Animal behavior
Subject: Discoveries in geography
Subject: Ocean
Subject: Marine animals
Subject: Marine plants
Subject: Discoveries in geography -- History
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Oceanography
LoCC: Science: Natural history
LoCC: Science: Zoology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.