Makers of British Botany; a collection of biographies by living botanists by Oliver
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"Makers of British Botany; a collection of biographies by living botanists" edited by F. W. Oliver is a collection of biographical essays written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on prominent figures in British botany, detailing their contributions and legacies, particularly during the Victorian era. It covers a range of botanists who pl...
preface and introduction, which outline the book's origins and its purpose of compiling the biographies of significant botanists. It originated from a series of lectures delivered at the University of London, later expanded to include additional chapters. Among the botanists mentioned are Robert Morison and John Ray, who are noted as foundational figures in establishing systematic botany in Britain. The text emphasizes both the historical significance of these figures and their influence on modern botanical studies, setting the tone for a detailed exploration of their lives and works that follows in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Mary Roberts
2 weeks agoAt first I wasn’t convinced, but the presentation of ideas feels natural and engaging. A valuable addition to my digital library.
Kimberly Anderson
5 months agoBased on the reviews, I decided to try it and it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. Truly inspiring.
Margaret Adams
2 months agoIf you enjoy this genre, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. Don't hesitate to download this.
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Thomas Allen
3 months agoThis came highly recommended and the explanations feel carefully crafted rather than rushed. I couldn't put it down until the very end.