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_aTennent, James Emerson, Sir, _d1804-1869 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aSketches of the Natural History of Ceylon |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-08-29 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Carlo Traverso, Leonard Johnson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team from images generously made available by the Bibliotheque nationale de France (BnF Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr | ||
| 520 | _a"Sketches of the Natural History of Ceylon" by Sir James Emerson Tennent is a scientific publication written during the mid-19th century. This work delves into the rich and diverse fauna of Ceylon (modern-day Sri Lanka), exploring various species of mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects, while providing narratives and anecdotes that illustrate their behaviors and instincts. The book also includes a monograph on the elephant, showcasing both its wild and tame aspects, as well as detailing methods of capture and training. At the start of the book, Tennent discusses the lack of systematic studies dedicated to Ceylon's natural history and outlines the contributions of previous naturalists who have advanced the understanding of its fauna. He reflects on the challenges faced due to cultural beliefs and the indifference of both local and European populations towards naturalistic studies. The opening chapters introduce various species, highlighting the unique characteristics and ecological significance of different mammals, such as monkeys and bats, along with their interactions with the environment. Tennent's detailed observations aim to stimulate interest in Ceylon's biodiversity and encourage further research into the island's natural history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aAnimals -- Sri Lanka | ||
| 653 | _aAsiatic elephant -- Sri Lanka | ||
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