In 1847, Westminster Abbey enjoyed a growth in visitors, attracted by the first marine aquarium in England - a collection of madrepores and sea sponges kept in glass cases at Ashburnham House. This is the story of Anna Thynne, whose creation coincided with a philosophical turning point in history.
| ISBN: | 9781904095361 |
| Publication date: | 16th October 2003 |
| Author: | Rebecca Stott |
| Publisher: | Short Books |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 160 pages |
| Genres: |
Wildlife: aquatic creatures: general interest Biography: historical, political and military History of science |