Wallace, Alfred Russel
The Malay Archipelago (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141394404
- author:
- Wallace, Alfred Russel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 736
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 3.1 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- History,Other Historical Subjects, Discovery & Exploration,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Malay Archipelago by Alfred Russel Wallace is a remarkable account of eight years' travel across the entire Malay world, from Singapore to the western edges of New Guinea. Under conditions of hardship and sickness, Wallace battled through jungles, lived with headhunters, and collected specimens that have shaped our understanding of biology. This vivid and gripping narrative not only chronicles Wallace's extraordinary journey but also provides a unique insight into the workings of biology, discoveries that have had a lasting impact on our view of the world. With its beautiful and alarming descriptions, The Malay Archipelago is a testament to the power of human curiosity and exploration. Through his travels, Wallace made groundbreaking observations about the natural world, laying the foundations for modern scientific understanding. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most important figures in the history of science.
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