The narrator dies in the first sentence. Through relating his travels in the afterlife, Henry Fielding, author of Tom Jones and Joseph Andrews, gently satirizes life here on earth.

This is the book that founded a world outlook, and its author did not want to write it. Engels says so in the first sentence of the first preface: "The following work is by no means the fruit of any 'inner urge'. On the contrary."Eugen Duehring, a lecturer at Berlin University who wrote at enormous speed on everything, had announced himself a socialist - and not merely a socialist but the author of a complete new system covering philosophy, political economy and the shape of the so...

In "The Woodlands Orchids, Described and Illustrated," Frederick Boyle presents a meticulous exploration of the diverse species of orchids found in woodland habitats. This work stands out for its detailed descriptions and vivid illustrations, offering readers both scientific insight and aesthetic appreciation. Boyle's prose merges an accessible narrative style with rigorous botanical terminology, reflecting the late 19th-century movements that sought to bridge popular science and literary ...

In "About Orchids: A Chat," Frederick Boyle invites readers into an intimate and informative dialogue on the world of orchids, merging botanical enthusiasm with conversational ease. This work exemplifies the early 20th-century trend of popular naturalism, presenting a captivating blend of poetic observations and technical insights. Boyle's lyrical prose captures the intricate beauty of orchids while simultaneously delving into their cultural significance and the intricate care they require...

In 1871, Marianne North, a brilliant artist with a keen interest in botany, set-forth to travel the world on a quest to paint indigenous plants in their natural habitat. Encouraged by her friend Charles Darwin, North travelled by boat, train, mule, foot and palanquin to every continent except Antarctica. She circled the globe twice over fifteen years and accumulated an extensive and valuable collection of more than eight hundred paintings, which today comprise the esteemed...

More than any other writer Gilbert White (1720-93) has shaped the relationship between man and nature. A hundred years before Darwin, White realised the crucial role of worms in the formation of soil and understood the significance of territory and song in birds. His precise, scrupulously honest and unaffectedly witty observations led him to interpret animals' behaviour in a unique manner. This collection of his letters to the explorer and naturalist Daines Barrington and the eminent zoolo...

A Book of Natural History presents an unrivaled visual survey of Earth's natural history. Giving a clear overview of the classification of our natural world species-A Book of Natural Histo looks at every kingdom of life, from bacteria, minerals, and rocks to fossils to plants and animals. Featuring a remarkable array of illustrations, the book looks at many of specimens and species that take the reader on an incredible journey from the most fundamental building blocks of the world's landsc...

This vintage book contains a complete guide to farming fish, with information on starting out, creating ponds and lakes, nutrition, spawning, hatching, and many other related aspects. With simple instructions and helpful illustrations, “Fish Farming; For Pleasure And Profit” will be of utility to those wishing to farm fish for both profit and enjoyment, and is ideal for those with little previous experience. Contents include: “Natural and Artificial Redds”, “The Formation of Ponds and Lake...

This antiquarian book contains a practical guide to keeping and caring for finches, being a handy collection of tips and helpful hints for the breeding, feeding, and training of these beautiful birds. This volume contains a wealth of information on all types of common finch, and is highly recommended for readers with a practical interest in these animals. The chapters of this book include: “Finches”, “Bullfinch”, “The Goldfinch”, “Chaffinch”, “The Mountain Finch or Brambling”, “The Linnet”...

In this richly illustrated compilation, Titcomb explores the nesting habits and architectural skills of a number of species of bird, insect and animals. Updated illustrations.

Some people complain that science is dry. That is, of course, a matter of taste. For my own part, I like my science and my champagne as dry as I can get them. But the public thinks otherwise. So I have ventured to sweeten accompanying samples as far as possible to suit the demand, and trust they will meet with the approbation of consumers.

This expertly written guide to taxidermy delivers a strong understanding of all stages of the process.Compiled by Dalton Harriott, a committed outdoorsman of over three decades standing, we witness in this encompassing text detailed explanations vital to the aspiring taxidermist. Elements of technique regarding mammals, birds and reptiles are discussed in turn, while the importance of good equipment, practice and a solid grounding in theory are spo...