Platypus

Name: Platypus
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781741757798
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By Ann Moyal

Summary

Platypus by Ann Moyal delves into the intriguing and peculiar world of the platypus, an extraordinary creature that puzzled scientists for centuries. The book explores the animal’s unique biology and its discovery, shedding light on its significance in scientific studies. Moyal provides an engaging examination of the platypus's role in shaping our understanding of evolution and nature.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the quirks of the natural world, especially the unique and enigmatic creatures that defy classification. It offers an intriguing dive into the history and scientific study of this remarkable animal, appealing to those who appreciate detailed explorations of nature's curiosities.

The extraordinary story of a biological riddle that confounded scientists for nearly ninety years - the beguiling, elusive platypus.

Description

When the first specimen of a platypus arrived in England in 1799, it was greeted with astonishment and disbelief. What was this strange creature from the new colony of Australia? It defied rational explanation, with its webbed feet and duck's beak attached to what seemed to be a mammal's body—surely it was a hoax on the part of those cheeky new colonials?

As eighteenth-century naturalists struggled to classify the platypus, the little animal excited curiosity and sparked fierce debate in international scientific circles, drawing in leaders of zoology and comparative anatomy in Britain and Europe. This is the enigmatic story of a biological riddle that confounded scientists for nearly ninety years, challenging theories of creationism, evolution, and the classification of species along the way.

Secretive, elusive, and beguiling, the platypus has continued to captivate public and scientific attention to the present day.

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Platypus by Ann Moyal offers an intriguing exploration of the unique animal's natural history and cultural impact. Readers appreciate Moyal's engaging narrative style and meticulous research, blending science with storytelling to illuminate the fascinating biology and historical journey of the platypus. The book is praised for making complex scientific concepts accessible to a general audience, while also serving as a comprehensive resource for enthusiasts of the natural world.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781741757798

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 310g

Pages: 264

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Ann Moyal Education & Reference Non-Fiction Science & Nature

About the Author

Ann Moyal is a well-known historian of Australian science and has held research and teaching positions at a number of Australian universities. She has written many books and articles and is founder and past-president of the Independent Scholars Association of Australia. She now lives in Canberra.