Animal Life in the Tropical Forests

Focusing on the diverse animal life of the equatorial zone, this work provides insights from Alfred Russel Wallace's extensive explorations in the Amazon rainforest. Over four years, he documented not only the region's wildlife but also its peoples, languages, and geography. His experiences profoundly shaped his views on evolution, culminating in his proposal of natural selection alongside Charles Darwin. This republished edition includes a new introductory biography, highlighting Wallace's significant contributions to natural sciences and evolutionary theory.