Ernst Haeckel Books

At the nexus of art and science, this dazzling new edition of Ernst Haeckel's first work reintroduces the genius of an enigmatic scientist and passionate observer of the natural world. Although original editions of this book are extremely rare, it is now available for the first time in a paperback edition, beautifully reproducing his drawings and watercolours. While the variety and detail of Haeckel's drawings display an impressive understanding of biological structure, the skill with which Haeckel drew these tiny, aquatic protozoa renders them genuine works of art. This volume features commentary and descriptions of each of the radiolarians from Haeckel's work.

Kunst aus der Tiefe des Meeres Inspirationsquelle für Designer, Architekten und Grafikern: Dieser Band zeigt die faszinierenden Formen und Farben der Tiefseewelt auf 55 spektakulären Bildtafeln. Der Forscher, Zoologe, Philosoph und Künstler Ernst Haeckel beeinflusste mit seinen bahnbrechenden Studien zur Evolutionstheorie die Wissenschaftsgeschichte des 19. und 20. Jahrhunderts in entscheidender Weise. Von 1872–76 nahm er an der Expedition der HMS Challenger teil, auf der rund 5.000 neue Arten entdeckt und beschrieben wurden, wie Quallen, Plankton und Strahlentierchen. In der Folge veröffentlichte Haeckel drei Forschungsberichte mit detailreichen Bildtafeln, auf denen er die Vielfalt der Formen und Farben der Meeresorganismen dokumentierte. Noch heute werden diese für ihre hohe künstlerische Qualität geschätzt und dienen Designern, Architekten und Grafikern als unendliche Inspirationsquelle. Der vorliegende Band reproduziert 55 Tafeln in hochqualitativen Abbildungen. Kurze Bildunterschriften liefern Informationen zu den Organismen, der einführende Text erklärt die Hintergründe der Expedition und erläutert Haeckels Arbeiten im Kontext ihrer Zeit sowie ihre heutige Relevanz.

Explore Ernst Haeckel, the 19th-century artist-biologist who found beauty in the most unlikely creatures. This collection features 300 prints from his most important publications, including the majestic Kunstformen der Natur and his catalogues of marine life. These exquisite images are a scientific, artistic and environmental masterwork.

The book features 100 illustrated plates that showcase a stunning collection of watercolour paintings and pencil sketches, highlighting the intricate beauty of the natural world. Ernst Haeckel skillfully merges science and art, creating a visual celebration that captures the essence of nature's forms.

Multitude of strangely beautiful natural forms: Radiolaria, Foraminifera, Ciliata, diatoms, calcareous sponges, Siphonophora, star corals, starfishes, Protozoa, flagellates, brown seaweed, jellyfishes, sea-lilies, moss animals, sea-urchins, glass sponges, leptomedusae, horny corals, trunkfishes, true sea slugs, anthomedusae horseshoe crabs, sea-cucumbers, octopuses, bats, orchids, sea wasps, seahorse, a dragonfish, a frogfish, much more. All images black-and-white.

The book is a facsimile reprint of an antiquarian work, preserving its cultural significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It aims to protect and promote important literature by offering high-quality, accessible modern editions that remain true to the original text.

Considered significant by scholars, this book holds great value in the literary canon and serves as a vital resource for future generations. It has been reproduced in its original print format, preserving its authenticity, including any marks or annotations from its first publication. This approach ensures that the book's true nature and historical context remain intact for readers and researchers alike.

Originally published in German in 1874, The Evolution of Man is a groundbreaking work on human biology and evolution. Haeckel's detailed analysis provides insights into the development of human beings from their earliest stages of embryonic development through their evolution to modern humans. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of evolutionary theory or the biology of human beings.