Sea Mosses: A Collector's Guide And An Introduction To The Study Of Marine Algae (1881)

By Alpheus Baker Hervey

Book Overview

Sea Mosses: A Collector�������s Guide And An Introduction To The Study Of Marine Algae is a comprehensive book written by Alpheus Baker Hervey and originally published in 1881. The book is a guide to the collection and study of marine algae, commonly known as sea mosses. It includes a detailed description of various types of sea mosses, their characteristics, and their distribution in different parts of the world.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an introduction to the study of marine algae, including their classification, morphology, and reproduction. The second part is a collector's guide that explains how to collect, preserve, and study sea mosses. It includes instructions on how to identify different types of sea mosses and how to prepare them for study.Sea Mosses: A Collector�������s Guide And An Introduction To The Study Of Marine Algae is a valuable resource for anyone interested in marine biology, botany, or natural history. It is written in an accessible style and includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the complex world of sea mosses. The book is a classic in the field of marine biology and continues to be widely used and admired by scientists and enthusiasts alike.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437127347
• ISBN13: 9781437127348
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"