Publisher's Synopsis
A Monograph On The Sub-Class Cirripedia: With Figures Of All The Species (1854) is a scientific book written by the renowned biologist Charles Darwin. The book is a comprehensive study of the sub-class Cirripedia, which includes barnacles and other crustaceans. The book contains detailed descriptions of all the species in this sub-class, along with illustrations and figures to aid in identification.The book is divided into two volumes and includes a preface by Darwin himself. The first volume provides a general introduction to the sub-class Cirripedia, including their anatomy, physiology, and classification. The second volume contains detailed descriptions and illustrations of all the species, including their distribution, habitat, and behavior.Darwin's research in this field was groundbreaking, as he was able to provide a detailed understanding of the complex anatomy and behavior of these creatures. His work on the sub-class Cirripedia also helped to establish the importance of studying marine organisms and their ecological roles.Overall, A Monograph On The Sub-Class Cirripedia: With Figures Of All The Species (1854) is a significant contribution to the field of marine biology and remains an important reference for scientists and researchers today.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.
