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The botanist's library : the most important botanical books in history

The botanist's library : the most important botanical books in history

Fry, Carolyn (Science writer), author.
Book 2024

"From the earliest manuscripts penned by visionary naturalists to the modern tomes that continue to shape our understanding of the plant kingdom, this book is a testament to the tireless dedication of the world's greatest botanists. Its compelling narrative and visual journey make it a must have addition to the library of anyone fascinated by the beauty and complexity of the plant kingdom. This complete guide traces the development of botanical s...

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Botanical literature
Botanical literature History
Botany Bibliography
Botany History
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ISBN:
9780711294943 (hardcover)
9780711294943
Description:
272 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour), maps ; 25 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index
Contents:
Early texts show emerging knowledge of plants (ancient times-1450)
The coming of print (1450-1600)
Botanists strive to know and classify more plants (1600-1750)
The global and the local (1750-1830)
Botany becomes a science (1830-1950)
The modern botanists' library takes shape (1950-the present day)
LCCN:
2024437582
Control Number:
3380412
Other Authors:
Wayland, Emma, 1969- author
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