Publisher's Synopsis
The Reptiles of the Indo-Australian Archipelago Volume 1 is a comprehensive reference book written by Nelly De Rooij in 1915. The book is dedicated to the study of reptiles found in the Indo-Australian archipelago, specifically focusing on Lacertilia, Chelonia, and Emydosauria. The book is divided into three sections, each dedicated to one of the reptile classes. The first section, Lacertilia, covers lizards and their subfamilies. The second section, Chelonia, is dedicated to turtles and tortoises. The third section, Emydosauria, includes crocodiles and alligators. The book provides a detailed description of each species, including their physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and distribution. It also includes illustrations and photographs to aid in identification. The author, Nelly De Rooij, was a Dutch herpetologist who specialized in the study of reptiles in the Dutch East Indies, which is now Indonesia. Her work is considered to be a significant contribution to the field of herpetology and is still used as a reference by researchers today. In summary, The Reptiles of the Indo-Australian Archipelago Volume 1 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of reptiles in the region. It provides detailed information on the various species and their characteristics, making it an essential reference for researchers and enthusiasts alike.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.
