Extracts From Micrographia: Or Some Physiological Descriptions Of Minute Bodies Made By Magnifying Glasses, With Observations And Inquiries Thereupon (1906)

""Extracts From Micrographia"" is a book written by Robert Hooke in 1665, which provides a detailed description of the various microscopic organisms that he observed using magnifying glasses. The book is divided into various sections, each of which deals with a different category of minute bodies, including insects, plants, and animal tissues. Hooke's observations are accompanied by detailed illustrations, which provide a clear and accurate representation of the organisms he observed. In addition to describing the physical characteristics of these organisms, Hooke also poses various questions and inquiries about their behavior and function, which demonstrate his curiosity and scientific rigor. Overall, ""Extracts From Micrographia"" is a fascinating and groundbreaking work that provides an important insight into the early history of microscopy and the study of microscopic organisms.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.