Excerpt from On the Development and Structure of the Whale, Vol. 1: On the Development of the Dolphin
Our special thanks are due to the trustees of the Bergen Museum for the liberality with which the work has been got up, and to Miss Jessie Muir in Christiania for the care and labour bestowed upon its translation.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, published in 1896, delves into the embryonic development and structure of whales, specifically examining dolphins. The authors fuse historical context of cetacean study with detailed descriptions of dolphin embryos, charting the species' growth from tiny embryos to nearly fully developed fetuses. Combining the works of previous scientists like Eschricht and Kukenthal with their own careful observations, the authors contribute original insights into the formative stages of these marine mammals. Their research elucidates the unique characteristics of dolphin embryos, such as the presence of rudimentary hind limbs, shedding light on the evolutionary history of whales and their relationship to other species. The authors' findings advance our understanding of the development of these fascinating creatures, providing a valuable resource for researchers and enthusiasts alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781527802278_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LX-9781527802278
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