The Lapland (ePub)
Lachesis Lapponica
(Sprache: Englisch)
Carl von Linné's 'The Lapland' is a groundbreaking work of natural history and exploration, depicting the landscape, wildlife, and indigenous people of the Lapland region in intricate detail. Written in a precise and descriptive style, the book showcases...
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Carl von Linné's 'The Lapland' is a groundbreaking work of natural history and exploration, depicting the landscape, wildlife, and indigenous people of the Lapland region in intricate detail. Written in a precise and descriptive style, the book showcases Linné's keen observational skills and scientific expertise, making it a significant contribution to the study of the natural world in the 18th century. The narrative is enriched with vivid illustrations and meticulous classifications of flora and fauna, reflecting Linné's systematic approach to taxonomy. 'The Lapland' serves as both a scientific study and a literary journey through an exotic and remote land. As a renowned botanist and taxonomist, Carl von Linné's fascination with nature and desire to categorize the world's biodiversity drove him to explore the untamed regions of Lapland. His extensive travels and research laid the foundation for modern biological classification, establishing him as a pioneering figure in the field of natural history. Linné's deep connection to the environment and his commitment to scientific inquiry are evident in every page of 'The Lapland'. I highly recommend 'The Lapland' to readers interested in the intersection of science, exploration, and literature. Linné's insightful observations and unique perspective offer a captivating glimpse into the wonders of the natural world and the human endeavor to understand it.
Autoren-Porträt von Carl von Linné
Carl von Linné, also known as Carolus Linnaeus, was a renowned Swedish botanist, physician, and zoologist, born on May 23, 1707. He is widely referred to as the father of modern taxonomy and also considered one of the pioneers of ecological thinking. Von Linné laid down the foundations for the binomial nomenclature that is used universally in the biological sciences today, allowing for the systematic classification and naming of organisms. His profound influence is encapsulated in his major work, 'Systema Naturae', first published in 1735, which introduced his new classification system (Neill, 2008). While 'The Lapland', a lesser-known work, dips into his elaborate journey and the fauna and flora he encountered, it isn't as extensively referenced as 'Species Plantarum' (1753) or 'Genera Plantarum' (1737), both pivotal in the field of botanical science. Von Linné was also a prolific writer of several other works detailing the need for a uniform system in categorizing the natural world (Broberg, 2006). His literary style, though scientific, was accessible, aiming to bridge the knowledge gap between scholarly professionals and enthusiastic amateurs. Von Linné passed away on January 10, 1778, but his works remain seminal references in the study of botany and zoology, cementing his legacy as a cornerstone of biological sciences.
Bibliographische Angaben
- Autor: Carl von Linné
- 2022, 266 Seiten, Englisch
- Übersetzer: James Edward Smith
- Verlag: DigiCat
- ISBN-10:
- ISBN-13: 8596547000181
- Erscheinungsdatum: 17.05.2022
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