The Age Of Mammals In Europe, Asia And North America
- 666 pages
- 24 hours of reading
Henry Fairfield Osborn, Sr. was a geologist, paleontologist, and eugenist who served as the president of the American Museum of Natural History for 25 years. His work centered on the study of prehistoric life and evolutionary processes. Osborn also engaged with theories of heredity and racial superiority, which influenced his scientific and social views. His legacy is tied to paleontological research as well as the controversial ideologies of his time.






This book is a comprehensive guide to the mammals of Somaliland, with detailed descriptions of each species and information about their behavior, ecology, and distribution. The authors, Henry Fairfield Osborn and Ralph Evelyn Drakebrockman, were both experts in the field of mammalogy and have provided a wealth of information that will be useful to anyone interested in the natural history of the region.
This biography offers an illuminating portrait of Joseph Leidy, one of the most important American scientists of the 19th century. Leidy's groundbreaking work in paleontology, parasitology, and anatomy made him a key figure in the scientific community, and this book provides a comprehensive overview of his life, work, and legacy.
A classic scientific work that explores the origins and evolution of life on Earth, drawing on the latest discoveries in biology, geology, and paleontology.