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The story of Reptile Life 1s largely the story of a people, if we may so use the word, whose glory has departed. Just as in the study of the human race we are able to follow the histories of nations, their rise, glorious zenith, and decadence; so with the Reptile folk we may trace a similar course Of evolution. The survivors of to - day are but a remnant; a feeble tribe, spurned and despised. 1. Time was when they were the domi nant forms of life upon the earth, so that we speak of the Age of Reptiles: for millions of years-from the Permian to the end of the Jurassic era - they held sway, but were at last outnumbered and overpowered by the present reigning type of animal life - the mammalia. But their defeat is without ignominy, since, as we shall show later, their conquerors are at the same time their descendants. Similarly, the Reptiles are the descendants of the race which they in turn displaced.
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The story of Reptile Life 1s largely the story of a people, if we may so use the word, whose glory has departed. Just as in the study of the human race we are able to follow the histories of nations, their rise, glorious zenith, and decadence; so with the Reptile folk we may trace a similar course Of evolution. The survivors of to - day are but a remnant; a feeble tribe, spurned and despised. 1. Time was when they were the domi nant forms of life upon the earth, so that we speak of the Age of Reptiles: for millions of years-from the Permian to the end of the Jurassic era - they held sway, but were at last outnumbered and overpowered by the present reigning type of animal life - the mammalia. But their defeat is without ignominy, since, as we shall show later, their conquerors are at the same time their descendants. Similarly, the Reptiles are the descendants of the race which they in turn displaced.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Among the higher animals at least, probably none are so generally and so universally disliked and mistrusted as the Reptiles. Tradition has done much to inculcate this antipathy; and the natural dread inspired by such as the snakes, has provided justification for its perpetuation.
If, however, it be true that "a fellow feeling makes us wondrous kind," then, surely, many of those who now regard the Reptiles as nature's outlaws, should be induced to reconsider their harsh verdict; since, as it is the purpose of this little book to show, like ourselves, these creatures are also called upon to battle with nature for a hold on life.
In the preparation of these pages I have received much kindly help from Dr A. Smith Woodward, F.R.S., of the British Museum of Natural History; and from Mr G. A. Boulenger, F.R.S., also of the Museum. For the most valuable assistance which they have given me I am grateful.
Those who may wish to pursue their enquiries into the story of Reptile Life yet further, will find a mine of information in Dr A. Smith Woodward's "Palæontology of Vertebrates," and Dr Gadow's volume on "Reptiles" in the Cambridge Natural History.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers through the history of reptiles from their humble beginnings to their reign over all living things during the Age of Reptiles. It delves into their complex relationships with amphibians, the evolutionary paths that led to their features, and the development of the many lineages that spread across the planet - from the predatory, long-necked hunters of the seas to the graceful, gliding pterosaurs that ruled the skies. The author also delves into their interaction with humans, as well as their role in history and folklore. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330302422_0
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