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Informationen zum Autor Sir John Arthur Thomson was a Scottish naturalist, born on July 8, 1861, in West Saltoun, United Kingdom. Renowned for his expertise in soft corals, he became an influential figure in the field of natural history. Thomson authored several notable books, contributing significantly to scientific knowledge during his time. He was recognized for his work on marine life and was an expert in his field, which earned him fellowship in the Royal Society of Edinburgh (FRSE). Over his career, Thomson made valuable contributions to the understanding of various natural sciences, especially marine biology. His research focused on the complexities of soft corals, an area where he established himself as a leading authority. He passed away on February 12, 1933, at the age of 71 in Limpsfield, United Kingdom. Thomson's legacy is marked by his dedication to science and the education of future generations, as his work continues to influence the study of marine life. He had one child, Arthur Landsborough Thomson, who followed in his footsteps, making his own contributions to natural history. Klappentext This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.
