Phocna, or, The Anatomy of a Porpess, Dissected at Gresham Colledge

Originally published in 1680, this groundbreaking work offers one of the earliest detailed descriptions of the anatomy and biology of a porpoise. The author, Edward Tyson, was a physician and anatomist who conducted meticulous dissections and observations of various animals during his career. In addition to his detailed account of the porpoise, this book also includes a fascinating overview of the history of biology and anatomy up to his time.

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