The Early Naturalists

The book ""The Early Naturalists: Their Lives And Work, 1530-1789"" by Louis Compton Miall, published in 1912, is a comprehensive account of the lives and work of the pioneering naturalists who laid the foundations of modern biology. The book covers the period from the 16th century to the late 18th century, a time when natural history was a burgeoning field of study, and many naturalists were making significant contributions to our understanding of the natural world.The book begins with a detailed introduction to the history of natural history, and the development of the scientific method. It then goes on to examine the lives and work of some of the most important naturalists of the period, including Conrad Gesner, John Ray, Carl Linnaeus, and Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon.Each chapter provides a detailed biography of the naturalist, along with an overview of their key contributions to the field of natural history. The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs, as well as excerpts from the naturalists' own writings.Overall, ""The Early Naturalists"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of science, natural history, or biology. It provides a detailed look at the lives and work of some of the most important figures in the field, and offers a valuable insight into the development of modern scientific thought.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.