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_aSelous, Edmund, _d1857-1934 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe romance of the animal world |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2023 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2023-12-05 | ||
| 508 | _aEmmanuel Ackerman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) | ||
| 520 | _a"The Romance of the Animal World: Interesting Descriptions of the Strange & Curious in Natural History" by Edmund Selous is a scientific exploration of the remarkable behaviors and interactions within the animal kingdom, written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the intricate relationships between various species, highlighting examples of intelligence, partnership, and survival tactics in wildlife. Through engaging narratives, the book aims to reveal the fascinating complexities of animal life, providing insight into both common and extraordinary natural phenomena. At the start of the book, Selous introduces the concept of animal "romance," emphasizing the need for intelligence in animals to engage in complex behaviors. He begins with a vivid observation of microscopic combat among simple organisms, illustrating early signs of conscious exertion and interaction. Transitioning to larger examples, he discusses the fascinating relationships between hermit crabs and sea anemones, and the clever strategies of crabs in their quest for food. These anecdotes are not only informative but also reflect a deep appreciation for the wonders of natural history, setting the stage for a journey through rich and diverse animal behaviors. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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_pOriginally published: _cPhiladelphia: J. B. Lippincott Company, 1905 |
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| 653 | _aAnimals | ||
| 653 | _aAnimal behavior | ||
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_aDadd, Stephen T., _d1858-1917 |
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_aSpeed, Lancelot, _d1860-1931 |
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