Georges Cuvier Quotes

The natural food of man, judging from his structure, appears to consist of the fruits, roots, and other succulent parts of vegetables.

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• The natural food of man, judging from his structure, appears to consist of the fruits, roots, and other succulent parts of vegetables.

  

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  • Vegetables