Tropical Nature and Other Essays (Classic Reprint)

Alfred R. Wallace

ISBN 10: 1331622387 / ISBN 13: 9781331622383

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book explores the distinct characteristics of plant and animal life that flourish in the equatorial zone, an area that encompasses the Earth's midsection. The author draws detailed comparisons with the temperate regions, explaining how the constant high temperature and humidity near the equator create unique conditions for life. The book delves into the diversity of equatorial plant life, including towering trees adorned with vibrant epiphytes, and the abundance of climbing plants that reach towards the sun. It also explores the intricate relationships between species, revealing fascinating adaptations and symbiosis. The author's scientific observations are enriched with personal anecdotes, providing a vivid and engaging account of life in the equatorial zone. Through this exploration, the book sheds light on the intricate balance and interdependence of the natural world, inviting readers to appreciate the remarkable diversity and resilience of Earth's equatorial ecosystems. 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.

Seller Inventory # 9781331622383_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Tropical Nature and Other Essays (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331622387
• ISBN 13: 9781331622383
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Fauna

About this title

Synopsis

Discover how tropical climates, plants, and animals interact to shape life across the equator—and why this matters.

In this collection, Alfred R. Wallace draws on years of field experience in the tropics to explain the distinctive climate, vegetation, and animal life of the equatorial zone. The work blends natural history with accessible explanations of how tropical conditions influence life, color, and evolution. This volume offers a clear, engaging portrait of how the tropics differ from temperate regions and why those differences matter for our understanding of the planet.

Reading this edition will illuminate the big ideas behind tropical life—from how climate and vegetation interact to how animal colors and mating displays reflect evolution. It weaves together climate science, botany, and zoology with memorable examples, including the remarkable world of hummingbirds and the diverse colours of tropical organisms.

• Background on the equatorial climate and its broad patterns


• Insights into tropical forests, plants, and the roles they play in ecosystems


• Overviews of tropical animal life, including birds, insects, and mammals


• Discussion of colour, ornament, and natural selection in tropical species

Ideal for readers of natural history and science who want a compact, informed look at tropical nature and its enduring questions.

Book Description

In this investigation of tropical life, Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913) explores in detail the features of the equatorial forest belt. First published in 1878, the book addresses some of the most delightful mysteries of contemporary evolutionary theory, from colour-changing caterpillars to the meteorology of the Amazon.