Publisher's Synopsis
Homes Without Hands: Being A Description Of The Habitations Of Animals, Classed According To Their Principle Of Construction (1865) is a book written by John George Wood. The book is a comprehensive description of the different types of homes built by animals, classified according to their principle of construction. The author provides detailed information about the various habitats of animals, including birds, insects, reptiles, and mammals. The book covers a range of topics, such as the materials used in the construction of animal homes, the methods used by different animals to build their homes, and the adaptations that animals make to their homes to suit their needs. The author also describes the different types of homes built by animals, such as nests, burrows, webs, and shells. The book is richly illustrated with over 200 engravings, which provide a visual representation of the different habitats of animals. Homes Without Hands is an informative and engaging book that provides a unique insight into the fascinating world of animal homes.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.