A Monograph Of The British Spongiadae V1 (1864) - James Scott Bowerbank - Bog

A Monograph Of The British Spongiadae V1 (1864) is a comprehensive book written by James Scott Bowerbank. The book primarily focuses on the classification and identification of various species of sponges found in the British Isles. It is a detailed account of the morphology, anatomy, and ecology of these sponges, and it includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to aid in their identification.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which deals with a specific aspect of sponge biology. The first chapter provides an overview of the classification and nomenclature of sponges, while the subsequent chapters describe the different types of sponges found in the British Isles. The book also includes a section on the history of sponge research in Britain, as well as a glossary of terms used in sponge biology.The author, James Scott Bowerbank, was a renowned British naturalist and microscopist who made significant contributions to the study of sponges. His work on sponge biology was groundbreaking, and this book remains an important reference for anyone interested in the subject. Overall, A Monograph Of The British Spongiadae V1 (1864) is a valuable resource for researchers, students, and anyone interested in the natural history of the British Isles.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.