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On the Study of Zoology

By Thomas Henry Huxley

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover the secrets of the animal kingdom through the eyes of a Victorian scientist who uses a common sea creature to unlock the mysteries of life's diversity and the importance of hands-on learning.

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2001-11-01
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"On the Study of Zoology" by Thomas Henry Huxley is a Victorian-era scientific work focused on the detailed study of zoology, examining animal structure, function, and classification related to physiology and morphology. Huxley highlights the need for practical, thorough science education, using the lobster as a key example. He intricately explores the lobster's anatomy, development, and functions to portray the unified diversity of life. It champions active engagement with natural science, urging a hands-on approach to merge theory with real-world experience in zoological studies.

About the Author

Thomas Henry Huxley was an English biologist and anthropologist who specialized in comparative anatomy. He has become known as "Darwin's Bulldog" for his advocacy of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.

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