{"product_id":"eccentricities-of-the-animal-creation","title":"Eccentricities of the Animal Creation","description":"John Timbs’ Eccentricities of the Animal Creation is a delightful exploration of the strange, the curious, and the lesser-known aspects of the animal kingdom, told with a flair for Victorian-era storytelling and natural history. This fascinating volume brings together an eclectic collection of zoological oddities, animal myths, and astonishing facts from around the world, offering both scientific insight and anecdotal charm. Structured in engaging short chapters, the book delves into a wide array of subjects: from the presence of rhinoceroses and hippopotamuses in England, to myths surrounding mermaids and unicorns, to the musical talents of lizards and the weather-predicting instincts of owls. It features vivid descriptions of penguins, pelicans, chameleons, barnacle geese, and even the tree-climbing crab, blending factual observation with folklore, traveler’s tales, and naturalist accounts. A unique section includes commentary on the song of the cicada, the songbirds known as ortolans, and the peculiar behaviors of animals such as bats, moles, toads, and toucans. The book culminates with a surprising connection between marine life and human engineering, reflecting Timbs’ curiosity for the natural world’s influence on human innovation. This reprint remains a charming and educational read for animal lovers, natural historians, and fans of curious natural lore, highlighting how 19th-century fascination with animals shaped both science and storytelling.","brand":"DD Sales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54569011020055,"sku":"9789377079048","price":406.35,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/6918\/8119\/files\/3535254.webp?v=1785410414","url":"https:\/\/payment.letskitaboo.com\/ur\/products\/eccentricities-of-the-animal-creation","provider":"Kitaboo One eStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}