Publisher's Synopsis
On Platygonus Compressus: A New Fossil Pachyderm (1848) is a scientific publication written by John Lawrence Le Conte. The book focuses on the discovery of a new species of extinct mammal called Platygonus compressus, which was a member of the Pachyderm family. Le Conte provides a detailed description of the physical characteristics of Platygonus compressus, including its size, shape, and skeletal structure. He also discusses the geological context in which the fossils were found and the significance of this discovery for understanding the evolution of mammals. The book is a valuable resource for paleontologists, zoologists, and anyone interested in the history of life on Earth.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.
