The Animal Kingdom Arranged in Conformity With Its Organization; Volume 1

This seminal work of natural history, written by Georges Cuvier, one of the most important zoologists of the 19th century, offers a comprehensive and detailed look at the animal kingdom. Cuvier's organization of the animal kingdom into four distinct classes was a milestone in the field of biology, and his work paved the way for later generations of scientists. This edition is edited and translated by Henry McMurtrie, and includes detailed illustrations and beautiful plates of animals.