Frederick William Gamble facts for kids

Frederick William Gamble (1869 – 1926) was an important zoologist and author from England. A zoologist is a scientist who studies animals. He spent his life learning about and teaching others about the animal world.

Early Life and Education

Frederick William Gamble was born in Manchester, England, in 1869. He went to Manchester Grammar School for his high school education. After that, he continued his studies at the University of Manchester.

At the University of Manchester, he earned his first degree in 1891. He then received a special scholarship called the Bishop Berkeley Fellowship in 1892. He also studied for a time at Leipzig University in Germany. When he returned to Manchester, he earned his master's degree in 1893.

A Career in Zoology

Frederick Gamble began his teaching career at the University of Manchester in 1893. He started as a junior lecturer and demonstrator in zoology. This meant he taught students and helped them with experiments. He worked his way up, becoming a senior lecturer in 1895. Later, he became the assistant-director of the university's zoology labs. He earned his advanced doctorate degree in 1900.

From 1905 to 1908, he was the Secretary of the Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society. This is a group where people discuss science, literature, and other interesting ideas. In 1909, he moved to the University of Birmingham. There, he became the head of the zoology department, a position he held until his death.

Achievements and Recognition

Frederick Gamble was a very respected scientist. In 1907, he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS). This is a very high honor for scientists in the United Kingdom. It means he was recognized for his important contributions to science.

He also led the Zoology Section at the British Association meeting in Toronto in 1924. This was a big event where scientists shared their research and ideas.

His Books and Writings

Frederick Gamble was also known for his writing. He helped share knowledge about animals with a wider audience.

• The Animal World: He wrote a book called The Animal World. This book was part of a famous series called Home University Library of Modern Knowledge. It helped many people learn about different animals.
• Editing a Zoology Course Book: He also edited a textbook called A Junior Course of Practical Zoology. This book was written by A. Milnes Marshall and C. Herbert Hurst. Gamble updated and improved several editions of this book, making it useful for many students. He worked on the fifth (1899), sixth (1905), and seventh (1912) editions.

Frederick William Gamble passed away in 1926 in Alvechurch, Worcestershire. He left behind a legacy of teaching and writing that helped many people understand the fascinating world of animals.