This edition had all images removed.
Title:
Observations of a Naturalist in the Pacific Between 1896 and 1899, Volume 1
Vanua Levu, Fiji
Note: v. 1. Vanua Levu, Fiji, a description of its leading physical and geological characters.
Credits:
Produced by Greg Bergquist, Sonya Schermann and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Observations of a Naturalist in the Pacific Between 1896 and 1899, Volume 1" by H. B. Guppy is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book primarily focuses on the geological and physical characteristics of Vanua Levu, one of the Fijian islands, offering a detailed examination based on the author's own explorations and studies. It delves into topics such as plant distribution and geological formations, providing insights into the natural history of the Pacific region. The opening of the work introduces the reader to Guppy's travels in the Pacific, where he methodically studied the geological structures of Hawaii and Fiji. He describes his motivations for exploring the islands, emphasizing his engagement with both the landscape and the local communities, which enriched his research experience. The narrative hints at the challenges faced while documenting the physical features of Vanua Levu and reveals Guppy's appreciation for his hosts, the Fijian people, whose warmth and hospitality complemented his scientific pursuits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 58.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Guppy, H. B. (Henry Brougham), 1854-1926
EBook No.: 49572
Published: Aug 2, 2015
Downloads: 157
Language: English
Subject: Phytogeography
Subject: Seeds -- Dispersal
Subject: Igneous rocks
Subject: Igneous rocks -- Fiji -- Vanua Levu
Subject: Geology -- Fiji -- Vanua Levu
Subject: Plants -- Pacific Ocean
Subject: Geology -- Fiji
Subject: Vanua Levu (Fiji) -- Description and travel
Subject: Natural history -- Fiji
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Observations of a Naturalist in the Pacific Between 1896 and 1899, Volume 1
Vanua Levu, Fiji
Note: v. 1. Vanua Levu, Fiji, a description of its leading physical and geological characters.
Credits:
Produced by Greg Bergquist, Sonya Schermann and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Observations of a Naturalist in the Pacific Between 1896 and 1899, Volume 1" by H. B. Guppy is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book primarily focuses on the geological and physical characteristics of Vanua Levu, one of the Fijian islands, offering a detailed examination based on the author's own explorations and studies. It delves into topics such as plant distribution and geological formations, providing insights into the natural history of the Pacific region. The opening of the work introduces the reader to Guppy's travels in the Pacific, where he methodically studied the geological structures of Hawaii and Fiji. He describes his motivations for exploring the islands, emphasizing his engagement with both the landscape and the local communities, which enriched his research experience. The narrative hints at the challenges faced while documenting the physical features of Vanua Levu and reveals Guppy's appreciation for his hosts, the Fijian people, whose warmth and hospitality complemented his scientific pursuits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 58.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Guppy, H. B. (Henry Brougham), 1854-1926
EBook No.: 49572
Published: Aug 2, 2015
Downloads: 157
Language: English
Subject: Phytogeography
Subject: Seeds -- Dispersal
Subject: Igneous rocks
Subject: Igneous rocks -- Fiji -- Vanua Levu
Subject: Geology -- Fiji -- Vanua Levu
Subject: Plants -- Pacific Ocean
Subject: Geology -- Fiji
Subject: Vanua Levu (Fiji) -- Description and travel
Subject: Natural history -- Fiji
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.