The Cambridge natural history, Vol. 02 (of 10)

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The Cambridge natural history, Vol. 02 (of 10)

by Frank E. (Frank Evers) Beddard, W. B. (William Blaxland) Benham, F. W. (Frederick William) Gamble, Marcus Hartog, Lilian Sheldon

EN·~20 hours·10 chapters

Chapters

10 total

THE

1:21

SCHEME OF THE CLASSIFICATION ADOPTED IN THIS BOOK

9:29

PLATYHELMINTHES AND MESOZOA

3:06:30

NEMERTINEA

44:32

NEMATHELMINTHES & CHAETOGNATHA

2:28:03

ROTIFERA, GASTROTRICHA, AND KINORHYNCHA

1:29:04

ARCHIANNELIDA, POLYCHAETA, AND MYZOSTOMARIA

3:29:32

OLIGOCHAETA (EARTHWORMS, ETC.) AND HIRUDINEA (LEECHES)

2:16:46

GEPHYREA AND PHORONIS

1:49:44

POLYZOA

4:47:05

Description

Delve into the hidden realm of flatworms, nemertines, rotifers, earthworms, leeches and a host of other obscure creatures in this richly illustrated natural‑history volume. Written by a team of leading scholars, each chapter offers a concise yet thorough survey of a particular group—covering everything from basic anatomy and life cycles to the latest classification schemes of the early twentieth century. The text weaves together detailed descriptions, striking line drawings, and clear explanations that bring even the tiniest organisms to life.

Listening to this work feels like a guided tour through a microscopic wilderness, where the diversity of form and function unfolds with surprising elegance. Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or simply curious about the strange beings that share our planet, the book provides a captivating snapshot of scientific discovery, inviting you to appreciate the intricate tapestry of life that lies just beyond the eye’s reach.

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Language

en

Duration

~20 hours (1173K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

New York: MacMillan and Co., 1901.

Credits

Keith Edkins, Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

Oct 16, 2023

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the authors

Frank E. (Frank Evers) Beddard

Frank E. (Frank Evers) Beddard

1858–1925

A leading English zoologist of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, he became especially known for his work on annelids and earthworms. His writing helped make careful, museum-based natural history accessible to both specialists and general readers.

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W. B. (William Blaxland) Benham

W. B. (William Blaxland) Benham

1860–1950

A pioneering zoologist who helped shape scientific life in New Zealand, he was especially known for his work on earthworms and other invertebrates. His long career combined careful research, museum work, and university teaching.

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FW

F. W. (Frederick William) Gamble

1869–1926

A British zoologist who also wrote clear, engaging books about the natural world, he helped bring animal life to a wide audience while building a respected academic career.

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MH

Marcus Hartog

1851–1924

A wide-ranging naturalist and teacher, he moved easily between zoology, botany, and big questions about how life works. His writing helped bring natural history to a broader public while reflecting a lively, independent mind.

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Lilian Sheldon

1862–1942

Remembered for careful studies of animal life at a time when women in science faced steep barriers, this English zoologist combined close observation with a strong academic record at Newnham College, Cambridge.

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