A Hand-Book to the Primates, Volume 1 (of 2)

A Hand-Book to the Primates, Volume 1, written by Henry O. Forbes in the late 19th century, is a scientific exploration of primate classification and characteristics, including lemurs, monkeys, and apes. The work emphasizes anatomical features, behaviors, and geographical distribution, building on the foundation of earlier naturalists. Forbes provides a detailed account of the Lemuroid and Anthropoid sub-orders, asserting their significance in the animal kingdom and contributing to the evolving understanding of primate evolution and diversity.