Popular Lectures on the Study of Natural History and the Sciences, Vegetable Physiology, Zoology, the Animal and Vegetable Poisons (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Explore how nature digests, poisons, and sea life intersect with everyday life.
This nonfiction work surveys the digestive system with clear, practical detail, showing how food becomes nourishment and how poisons affect the animal body. It blends anatomy and observation to explain the stomach, intestines, and the fluids that drive digestion, along with real-world consequences when things go wrong.
Readers will encounter grounded discussions of animal, vegetable, and mineral poisons, with cautions, comparisons across species, and notes on safe, informed use. The volume also transitions to the animal world, offering accessible insights into mammals like narwhals and other whales, and the ways these creatures live and feed.What you’ll experience:
- Plain explanations of digestion, from mouth to intestine, and the role of digestive fluids
- Practical observations on poisons and their effects, with historical context
- Clear profiles of notable sea mammals and their natural characteristics
- Illustrative examples that connect science to everyday life and industry
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book comprehensively explores the multifaceted realm of natural history, beginning with astronomy and meandering through subjects including geology, botany, and zoology. The author adeptly explains the subcategories within each subject, such as pneumatics, meteorology, and hydrology, granting readers a comprehensive understanding of nature's vast workings. The author traces the evolution of scientific thought, from ancient philosophical theories to modern discoveries, highlighting the significant contributions of scientists throughout history. This book will captivate general readers and academics alike, offering a new lens through which to appreciate the intricate beauty and interconnectedness of the natural world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330150139_0
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