“In all works on Natural History, we constantly find details of the marvellous adaptation of animals to their food, their habits, and the localities in which they are found.”
Quote by Alfred Russel Wallace
Work
A Narrative of Travels on the Amazon and Rio Negro: With an Account of the Native Tribes, and Observations on the Climate, Geology, and Natural History of the Amazon Valley
A comprehensive travel account that delves into the Amazon and Rio Negro river systems, offering a detailed look at the native tribes encountered, as well as scientific observations on the climate, geology, and natural history of the Amazon Valley. more
Author
Alfred Russel Wallace
Alfred Russel Wallace was a British naturalist renowned for his contributions to the theory of evolution. He independently proposed the theory of natural selection during his explorations in South America, sharing the honor of evolutionary theory with Charles Darwin. Wallace also conducted extensive research in entomology, botany, and geography. more
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