“Living, as I do, in an educated and scientific atmosphere, I could not have conceived that the first principles of zoology were so little known. Is it possible that you do not know the elementary fact in comparative anatomy, that the wing of a bird is really the forearm, while the wing of a bat consists of three elongated fingers with membranes between?”
Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
Work
The Lost World and Other Stories
This volume includes tales of exploration, mystery, and the supernatural, showcasing a blend of imaginative storytelling and vivid descriptions. more
Author
Arthur Conan Doyle
Arthur Conan Doyle, born on May 22, 1859 in Edinburgh, Scotland, was a renowned Scottish physician and writer. He is best known for his creation of the Sherlock Holmes series of detective novels, which have had a profound impact on the development of detective fiction and played a crucial role in shaping modern detective culture. more
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