How Animals Move

In this book, originally published in 1953, zoologist Sir James Gray explores the development of different kinds of animal movement.

List of contents

List of plates; List of figures; Preface; 1. The machinery of animal movement; 2. Swimming; 3. Walking and running; 4. Jumping and creeping; 5. Flying animals; 6. Flapping flight.

About the author

James (Jim) got his inspiration to write by telling stories with his grandchildren. He is a U. S. Army veteran and a retired Baptist Minister. His short stories are inspired by his growing up, years in the Ozarks, plus his life as a Father, Grandfather and Baptist Minster.

Summary

In this book, originally published in 1953, zoologist Sir James Gray explores the development of different kinds of animal movement, from swimming to crawling to jumping, and then examines the mechanics of the variety of possible movements made by different creatures. The text is amply illustrated by both illustrations and photographs.

Product details

• Authors: James Gray
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 08.08.2013
• EAN: 9781107621374
• ISBN: 978-1-107-62137-4
• No. of pages: 162
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Biology > Zoology; SCIENCE / Life Sciences / Zoology / General, Zoology & animal sciences, Zoology and animal sciences