A Hand-book to the Primates, Volume 1 (of 2)

"A Hand-book to the Primates, Volume 1 (of 2)" by Henry O. (Henry Ogg) Forbes is a late 1800's scientific study of the order Primates. The book seeks to classify and detail the traits of primates like lemurs, monkeys, and apes, centering on their anatomy, habits, and locations. Forbes aims to give a full explanation of the Lemuroid and Anthropoid sub-orders, using previous scientific work and recent discoveries, with a preface by R. Bowdler Sharpe. The book highlights that learning about anatomy is key to classifying and describing these creatures. The beginning of the book lays out a plan to thoroughly study the Lemuroid sub-order and their special traits, setting up a detailed look at the diversity and evolution of Primates, explaining why they are important in the animal kingdom.