9780656797042 - The Microscope and Its Revelations, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) de Carpenter, William Benjamin (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of microscopic life, exploring the intricate structures and behaviors of single-celled organisms that exist at the boundary of the plant and animal kingdoms. The author, a pioneering microscopist, unveils the hidden lives of these creatures, from the simple amoeba to the complex and strangely beautiful radiolarians. Emerging from the historical context of early microscopy and evolving understandings of the natural world, the book offers a glimpse into the then-current scientific understanding of these organisms. Through detailed descriptions and intricate illustrations, the author illuminates the diverse forms and functions of these minute beings, revealing their remarkable adaptations for movement, feeding, and reproduction. The book explores profound questions about the nature of life and the origins of multicellular organisms. By examining the intricate behaviors and complex structures of single-celled organisms, the author challenges traditional boundaries between plants and animals, offering insights into the fundamental unity of life. The author's meticulous observations and insightful interpretations provide a captivating journey into the microscopic realm, revealing the astonishing complexity and beauty of life at its most fundamental level. 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.