Publisher's Synopsis
""The Life of Frank Buckland"" is a biography written by George C. Bompas that chronicles the fascinating life of Frank Buckland, a pioneering naturalist and zoologist in 19th century England. The book details Buckland's upbringing as the son of a famous geologist, his education and early career as a physician, and his eventual transition into the world of natural history. Throughout the book, Bompas explores Buckland's many accomplishments, including his work as a curator at the British Museum, his popular lectures on natural history, and his numerous contributions to the field of zoology. The book also delves into Buckland's personal life, including his marriage to a famous artist and his lifelong love of fishing. With its engaging prose and detailed research, ""The Life of Frank Buckland"" offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most influential naturalists of the 19th century.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.