Aristotle
Ancient Greek philosopher and polymath, student of Plato and tutor to Alexander the Great, founder of the Lyceum; made foundational contributions to logic, metaphysics, ethics, natural history, and many other fields.
Books
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1. Aristotle On The Parts Of Animals
A systematic investigation of the form and function of animal bodies that combines close anatomical observation with teleological explanation, comparing species to identify common structures and variations and arguing that organs are best understood by the purposes they serve. It surveys sensory organs, limbs, circulatory differences, internal organs and embryological development, offering causal accounts for biological features and using comparative classification to reveal regularities in nature.
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