Account of the Skeleton of the Mammoth by Rembrandt Peale
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| Author | Peale, Rembrandt, 1778-1860 |
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| LoC No. | 16017544 |
| Title |
Account of the Skeleton of the Mammoth A non-descript carnivorous animal of immense size, found in America |
| Note | Reading ease score: 45.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Account of the Skeleton of the Mammoth" by Rembrandt Peale is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This book delves into the findings and observations surrounding the fossil remains of a mammoth, a large prehistoric animal, that were unearthed in North America. Peale’s work attempts to clarify misconceptions about these remains and contribute to the understanding of extinct species that once inhabited earth. The content outlines the historical context of mammoth discoveries, presenting a narrative of how various bones were uncovered in regions such as New York and Kentucky, often sparking interest in the scientific community. Peale details the examination of these bones, comparing them to existing species like elephants and hippopotamuses, and notes significant differences that led him to classify the mammoth as a previously unknown carnivorous entity. He describes the challenges faced during excavations and the collaborative efforts required to piece together the bones into a coherent skeletal structure. Throughout the text, Peale interweaves insights from other naturalists and his observations, providing a comprehensive account of the mammoth's anatomy and possible ecological role. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QE: Science: Geology |
| Subject | Mammoths -- North America |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48915 |
| Release Date | May 10, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 40 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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