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An Attempt Towards A Natural History Of The Polype: In A Letter To Martin Folkes (1743)

An Attempt Towards A Natural History Of The Polype: In A Letter To Martin Folkes (1743)

Baker, Henry

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Fiction AnthologiesDinosaursGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1104611686
ISBN13: 9781104611682
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 13 2009
Pages: 228
Weight: 0.68
Height: 0.48 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
An Attempt Towards A Natural History Of The Polype: In A Letter To Martin Folkes (1743) is a scientific work written by Henry Baker. The book is in the form of a letter addressed to Martin Folkes, a prominent British antiquary and mathematician of the time. The book explores the natural history of the polyp, a type of aquatic invertebrate that is known for its ability to regenerate its body parts. The author delves into the anatomy and behavior of the polyp, and discusses its various species and sub-species. Baker also provides a detailed account of his experiments on the polyp, including observations on its feeding habits, reproduction, and the process of regeneration. He also discusses the polyp's role in the ecosystem and its potential uses in medicine. Overall, An Attempt Towards A Natural History Of The Polype: In A Letter To Martin Folkes (1743) is a fascinating exploration of an intriguing aquatic creature, written in a clear and accessible style that will appeal to both scientists and lay readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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