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And to glide gently over the distinction between hydro-carbons and carbo-hydrates; which could interest none but chemical students. I have been well content to make these trivial sacrifices of formal accuracy in order to find room for fuller exposition of the delightful relations between flowers and insects, birds and fruits, soil and plant, climate and foliage. In one word, I have dwelt more on the functions and habits of plants than on their structure and classification. At the same time I have tried to lead on my reader by gradual stages to the further study of plants in the concrete; and I shall be disappointed if my little book does not induce a considerable pro portion of those into whose hands it may fall to pursue the subject further in our fields and woods'
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 133042283X
- ISBN 13 9781330422830
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages224
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book summarizes the natural history of plants and how they came to be. The author explores the plant kingdom, uncovering the origins and diversity of plant life on earth. The author argues that plants, the first life form on the planet, are essential to human and animal life, generating the oxygen all living creatures require. This book discusses how plants grow and reproduce, examines their varied forms and functions, and explores how plants have evolved over time through the forces of natural selection and adaptation. The book places great emphasis on the importance of plants in our world, demonstrating how they form the base of the food chain and provide a multitude of resources we rely on for survival. The author also shares fascinating stories of the unique relationships between plants and animals, highlighting their interdependence. By the end, readers will have a comprehensive understanding of plants, their diversity, and their crucial role in maintaining the balance of our planet. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in plants, biology, or the natural world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330422830_0
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