The Malay Archipelago, Volume 2.

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Focusing on Wallace's extensive observations during his travels in Asia, this work details his explorations of the Malay Archipelago, including regions like New Guinea and the Ke Islands. It highlights the diverse wildlife and the human cultures he encountered. The book also reflects Wallace's evolving thoughts on evolution, which ultimately contributed to his theory of natural selection, shared with Darwin. Accompanied by a new introductory biography, this republished edition showcases Wallace's significant impact on natural sciences and evolutionary theory.