The Correspondence Of John Ray

The book titled ""The Correspondence of John Ray: Consisting of Selections from the Philosophical Letters Published by Dr. Derham"" is a collection of letters written by John Ray, one of the most influential naturalists and botanists of the 17th century. The book is edited by Dr. Derham, who has selected and compiled the letters to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of Ray's scientific ideas, observations, and discoveries.The letters in the book cover a wide range of topics, including botany, zoology, geology, and philosophy. Ray's correspondence with other scientists, including his friend and mentor Francis Willughby, is also included in the book. The letters are written in a clear and concise style, making them accessible to readers of all levels of scientific knowledge.The book provides a valuable insight into the scientific thinking and practices of the 17th century, and the contributions of John Ray to the field of natural history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of science, natural history, and the development of scientific ideas.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.