Publisher's Synopsis
""A Memoir Upon The Genus Palaeosyops Leidy, And Its Allies"" is a book written by Charles Earle and first published in 1892. The book is a scientific memoir that focuses on the extinct mammalian genus Palaeosyops and its related species. The author provides a detailed analysis of the morphology, anatomy, and taxonomy of these animals, based on his research and observations of fossil specimens.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the genus Palaeosyops and its allies. The first chapter provides an introduction to the subject, discussing the history of the study of these animals and their place in the evolutionary history of mammals. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into the anatomy and morphology of the animals, discussing their skeletal structure, dentition, and other physical features.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various species of Palaeosyops and their allies, as well as their habitats and behavior. He also discusses the various theories and hypotheses regarding the evolutionary relationships between these animals and other mammalian groups.Overall, ""A Memoir Upon The Genus Palaeosyops Leidy, And Its Allies"" is a comprehensive and detailed scientific work that provides valuable insights into the study of extinct mammals. It is a must-read for anyone interested in paleontology, evolutionary biology, or the history of life on Earth.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.