Publisher's Synopsis
""Reflections on the Study of Nature"" is a collection of essays written by Carl Linnaeus, a Swedish botanist and zoologist, in 1785. The book discusses Linnaeus' observations and reflections on the natural world, including his theories on the classification of plants and animals, the relationships between different species, and the role of humans in the natural world. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from the classification of insects to the behavior of birds, and include detailed descriptions of the various species Linnaeus encountered during his travels. The book is considered a seminal work in the field of natural history and is still widely read and studied today. It offers a fascinating insight into the mind of one of the most influential scientists of the 18th century and provides a wealth of information on the natural world that is still relevant 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.
