The Philosophy of Natural History with an Introduction and Various Additions and Alterations, Intended to Adapt it to the Present State of Knowledge

William Smellie; John Ware [ed.]

Published by Hilliard, Gray, Little and Wilkins, Boston, 1832

About this Item

The fourth edition of this thought-provoking text discussing philosophy and natural history, from Scottish printer and naturalist William Smellie. The fourth edition.Rebound in smart blue wraps with a spine title label.This work discusses the struggle for existence in regards to natural history, with sections covering that of man and animals, of structures, motions and senses.William Smellie was a Scottish naturalist and antiquary who also edited the first edition of the Encyclopaedia Britannica. He published a variety of works, with this particular one becoming a set text at Harvard University in the 19th century.He has been regarded by some as a "precursor of Darwin". Rebound in blue wraps. Externally, smart with light edgewear and marks to the wraps. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are generally bright, with scattered spotting. Very Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Philosophy of Natural History with an Introduction and Various Additions and Alterations, Intended to Adapt it to the Present State of Knowledge
• Publisher: Hilliard, Gray, Little and Wilkins, Boston
• Publication Date: 1832
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: None
• Condition: Very Good
• Book Type: book