Book Of The Animal Kingdom: Mammals (1910)

The Book of the Animal Kingdom: Mammals is a comprehensive guide to the world of mammals, written by William Percival Westell and first published in 1910. The book covers a wide range of topics related to mammals, including their anatomy, physiology, behavior, and habitat. The author provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of various mammalian species, from the smallest shrews to the largest elephants.The book is organized into chapters that cover different groups of mammals, such as primates, carnivores, rodents, and ungulates. Each chapter includes information on the physical characteristics, behavior, and ecological role of the animals in that group. The author also discusses the evolutionary history of mammals and their relationship to other animals.In addition to the scientific information, the book includes anecdotes and observations about mammals from the author's personal experiences and from other naturalists. The author also includes a section on the conservation of mammals and the threats they face from human activities.Overall, The Book of the Animal Kingdom: Mammals is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of mammals, from students and researchers to nature enthusiasts and animal lovers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.