Buffon's Natural History. Volume 06 (of 10) by Buffon
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| Author | Buffon, Georges Louis Leclerc, comte de, 1707-1788 |
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| Editor | Barr, James Smith |
| Title |
Buffon's Natural History. Volume 06 (of 10) Containing a Theory of the Earth, a General History of Man, of the Brute Creation, and of Vegetables, Minerals, &c. &c |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Buffon's Natural History. Volume 06" by Buffon is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This volume contains extensive discussions on various domestic and wild animals, exploring their characteristics, behaviors, relationships with humans, and environmental adaptations. The text serves as both a comprehensive account of zoology in Buffon's time and a reflection on the broader aspects of natural history. At the start of this volume, Buffon discusses domestic animals, beginning with the cat. He describes the cat's nature as fundamentally independent and cunning, contrasting it sharply with the loyalty associated with dogs. Buffon details the cat’s habits, reproductive behaviors, and characteristics, emphasizing its dual domestic and wild nature. He extends his observations to include the classifications of various wild animals, hinting at a systematic approach to understanding animal life in relation to the environment and human interactions. The opening sets the stage for a thorough analysis of animal species, suggesting a blend of observational detail and philosophical inquiry into their roles in nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Natural history |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45731 |
| Release Date | May 23, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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