The Fossil Fishes Of The Upper Lias Of Whitby (1898)

The Fossil Fishes of the Upper Lias of Whitby is a scientific book written by Arthur Smith Woodward and published in 1898. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the fossil fish species found in the Upper Lias rocks of Whitby, a coastal town in North Yorkshire, England. The Upper Lias is a geological formation dating back to the Jurassic period, approximately 180 million years ago. The book contains detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various fish fossils found in the Whitby area, including their anatomy, classification, and evolutionary history. It also includes a discussion of the geological context of the fossils, as well as the methods used to extract and study them. Woodward's work is considered a landmark in the study of paleontology and has been widely cited and referenced by subsequent researchers in the field. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of life on Earth, the evolution of fish, and the geological history of the Whitby area.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.