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Lifetime: 1847 - 1929 Passed: ≈ 95 years ago

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E. Ray Lankester

Books by E. Ray Lankester

On Comparative Longevity in Man and the Lower Animals Cover image

On Comparative Longevity in Man and the Lower Animals

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Evolution Civilization Mortality Aging Comparative Longevity Human Longevity Animal Longevity

This book explores the comparative longevity of different species of lower animals and the longevity of man in different states of civilization. The author, E. Ray Lankester, examines the factors that influence lifespan, including genetics, environme...