On comparative longevity in man and the lower animals [1870]. Este artículo no está disponible.On comparative longevity in man and the lower animals [1870]

Language: English. Approximately 202 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1870. Text in English. This seminal work by Sir Edwin Ray Lankester (1847-1929) represents a pioneering study in comparative biology, focusing specifically on the longevity of humans and various animal species. Published in 1870, the text examines physiological and biological factors that influence lifespan across different organisms. Lankester's research provides valuable historical context for modern gerontology and comparative physiology. The book is particularly noteworthy for its early contributions to the scientific understanding of aging processes. This edition preserves the original text in its entirety, offering researchers and historians of science an authentic reference for 19th-century biological thought. The work remains relevant for scholars interested in the history of evolutionary biology and the development of longevity studies. Book images are non-contractual.