Peter Parley's Book Of Curiosities

Peter Parley's Book of Curiosities: Natural and Artificial is a work of non-fiction written by Samuel Griswold Goodrich and first published in 1832. The book is a collection of interesting and unusual facts about the natural world, as well as man-made inventions and innovations. It is aimed at a young audience and is written in a lively and engaging style, with plenty of illustrations and anecdotes to capture the reader's attention.The book is divided into two parts: the first part focuses on natural curiosities, including descriptions of exotic animals, plants, and geological formations from around the world. The second part of the book covers artificial curiosities, including inventions and discoveries in science, technology, and engineering. Topics covered include the steam engine, the telegraph, the printing press, and the discovery of electricity.Throughout the book, Goodrich emphasizes the importance of curiosity and encourages young readers to explore the world around them. He also stresses the value of knowledge and education, presenting the book as a fun and engaging way for young people to learn about the world.Peter Parley's Book of Curiosities was a popular book in its time and went through numerous editions and reprints. It is now considered a classic work of children's literature and a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the scientific and cultural interests of the early 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.