# Explorer Naturalists

**Authors:** Fernando E Vega

PMC · DOI: 10.1371/journal.pbio.0030161 · 2005-05-17

## TL;DR

This paper discusses a book that highlights rare natural history treasures from the Harvard Museum of Natural History.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in showcasing the stories behind rare museum specimens, making them accessible to the public.

## Key findings

- The book brings attention to unique and rare natural history items in the Harvard Museum.
- It provides narratives that explain the significance of these treasures to a broader audience.

## Abstract

Nancy Pick's recent book The Rarest of the Rare: Stories behind the Treasures at the Harvard Museum of Natural History brings a vast collection to life.

## Figures

1 figure with captions in the complete paper: https://tomesphere.com/paper/PMC1110913/full.md

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Source: https://tomesphere.com/paper/PMC1110913