Publisher's Synopsis
Memoir of John Wolley, Junior is a biographical account of the life of John Wolley, a naturalist and ornithologist who lived in the mid-19th century. The book is written by Alfred Newton, a fellow naturalist and friend of Wolley. The memoir covers Wolley's life from his childhood to his untimely death at the age of 31. Wolley was known for his extensive research on birds and his contributions to the field of ornithology. He was particularly interested in the study of eggs and was one of the first scientists to collect and study bird eggs in a systematic and scientific manner. The book provides a detailed account of Wolley's travels and expeditions, including his trips to Norway and Lapland where he collected specimens and conducted research on bird behavior. The memoir also includes personal anecdotes and insights into Wolley's character, as well as his relationships with other naturalists and scientists of his time.Overall, Memoir of John Wolley, Junior is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a pioneering naturalist and ornithologist whose contributions to the field continue to be recognized today.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.
