On Mammalian Descent: The Hunterian Lectures For 1884 (1885) is a book written by William Kitchen Parker. The book is a collection of lectures that were delivered by the author at the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 1884. The lectures explore the evolutionary history of mammals, tracing their lineage back to their earliest ancestors. The author discusses the anatomical and physiological characteristics of different mammalian species, and how they evolved over time. He also examines the role of natural selection in shaping the development of mammals, and the impact of environmental factors on their evolution. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both experts and non-experts alike. Overall, On Mammalian Descent is an insightful and informative work that sheds light on the fascinating history of mammalian evolution.Being Nine Lectures Delivered In The Theater Of The Royal College Of Surgeons During February, 1884.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.