Description: This book provides a detailed exploration of animal locomotion in its terrestrial, aquatic, and aerial forms. Delving into the fascinating ways animals move and interact with their environments, the book explores the mechanical principles and adaptations that enable these diverse modes of locomotion. The author draws upon groundbreaking research in physiology, biomechanics, and evolutionary biology to present a comprehensive analysis of animal movement. By comparing the locomotion of animals to machines, the book illustrates the remarkable engineering feats that have evolved in nature over millions of years. Supported by numerous diagrams and figures, the book highlights the complex interplay between animal anatomy, physiology, and the challenges posed by different environments. It examines how animals overcome gravity, propel themselves through water, and navigate the complexities of aerial flight. Ultimately, this book underscores the incredible diversity of animal locomotion and the ingenuity of evolutionary adaptations. It offers a valuable resource for biologists, ecologists, and anyone interested in the wonders of the natural world. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: French
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Book Title: Machine Animale : Locomotion Terrestre Et Aerienne (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 364 Pages
Language: French
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Item Height: 0.8 in
Publication Year: 2015
Topic: Physics / General
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Science
Item Weight: 17.1 Oz
Author: Etienne-Jules Marey
Item Length: 9 in
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback