The World in Scrapbooks - Albert Gunther's Zoological Albums

Explore the fascinating world of zoologist Albert K. L. Günther's 42 scrapbooks in this 39-minute Linnean Lens presentation. Delve into a unique collection of geographically and taxonomically organized albums containing original drawings, historical prints, early photographs, and book cutouts. Discover rare treasures such as Hokusai woodblock prints, illustrations from George Edwards' works, and depictions of extinct species like the dodo, giant moa, and great auk. Learn how Günther, former Keeper of Zoology at London's Natural History Museum, utilized these albums as workbooks. Join Linnean Society Honorary Archivist Gina Douglas as she unveils the hidden gems within these remarkable scrapbooks, offering a glimpse into the meticulous documentation of 19th-century zoology and natural history.

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