Written in wartime as a relief from anxiety, these essays by the eminent zoologist range widely. Lankester describes a Norwegian fiord, argues for nature reserves, studies the great grey seal, grouse and other birds, examines the sand and pebbles of the seashore and quicksands, and discusses the development of instinct, intelligence and consciousness in animals.
Engaging popular science from one of Darwin’s ablest successors. Download the free EPUB.