On The Stature And Bulk Of Man In The British Isles (1870) (Paperback)

""On The Stature And Bulk Of Man In The British Isles"" is a book written by John Beddoe in 1870. The book focuses on the physical characteristics of the people living in the British Isles, specifically their height and weight. Beddoe was a physician and anthropologist who was interested in studying the differences between different populations. He collected data from various sources, including military records and medical examinations, to create a comprehensive analysis of the physical characteristics of the people in the British Isles. The book includes detailed charts and graphs that show the average height and weight of different populations, as well as the distribution of these characteristics across different regions. Beddoe also discusses the possible factors that may have influenced these differences, such as diet, lifestyle, and genetic makeup. Overall, ""On The Stature And Bulk Of Man In The British Isles"" provides a fascinating insight into the physical characteristics of the people who lived in this region during the 19th century.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.