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The groundbreaking work of the renowned Swedish botanist and naturalist Carl von Linné, this book provides a systematic classification of the natural world based on observable characteristics. First published in the 18th century, Systema Naturae is considered a seminal work in the history of science, laying the foundations for the study of modern natural history. This edition includes detailed descriptions, illustrations, and classifications of thousands of species, from plants to animals to minerals.

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