Malay Archipelago - (Periplus Classics) by Alfred Russell Wallace (Paperback)

The Malay Archipelago by Alfred Russel Wallace is a groundbreaking book that offers an in-depth exploration of the natural history, culture, and wildlife of 18th century Malaysia.

As one of the greatest classics of natural history and travel, this book remains essential reading for anyone interested in the region.

With over 60 separate journeys spanning 14,000 miles, Wallace accumulated a vast collection of specimens that he bequeathed to British museums, including 125,000 specimens ranging from large mammals to tiny insects and exotic butterflies.

Wallace's theory of natural selection, which he developed during his Amazon River expedition with Henry Walter Bates, is the book's most significant contribution.

This theory was independently drawn but parallel to Charles Darwin's work and remains one of the greatest accomplishments in the field of biology.

The Malay Archipelago is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the fascinating world of Southeast Asian wildlife, culture, and history.