The Natural History Of The Marketable Marine Fishes Of The British Islands (1896)

von Joseph Thomas Cunningham

394 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""The Natural History of the Marketable Marine Fishes of the British Islands"" is a comprehensive book written by Joseph Thomas Cunningham in 1896. The book is a detailed study of the various species of fish found in the British Isles that are of commercial value. It contains descriptions of the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and distribution of each species, along with illustrations and photographs.The book is divided into several sections, each dedicated to a specific group of fish, such as the flatfish, cod, herring, and mackerel. The author provides a detailed account of the life cycle of each species, including their breeding habits, migration patterns, and feeding behavior.In addition to the scientific information, the book also includes practical advice for fishermen and fishmongers on how to identify and prepare each species for sale. It also discusses the economic importance of these fish to the fishing industry and the wider economy.Overall, ""The Natural History of the Marketable Marine Fishes of the British Islands"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the marine life of the British Isles, particularly those involved in the fishing industry. It is a testament to the author's expertise in the field and his passion for the subject matter.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.

• Themen: Geowissenschaften, Geographie, Umwelt, Planung Umwelt Angewandte Ökologie
• ISBN: 9781104919726
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.08.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC