A Compendium of Physiological and Systematic Botany: With Plates

George Sumner

ISBN 10: 1333999518 / ISBN 13: 9781333999513

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

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Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive study of plant life, unveiling the intricacies of the botanical kingdom. The author takes readers on a historical journey, tracing the evolution of botanical science and introducing the pioneering botanists who have shaped our understanding of plants. With a focus on American plant life, the book explores the unique flora of different regions and ecosystems, detailing the remarkable diversity and adaptations of plant species. The author also delves into the field of plant physiology, examining the inner workings of plants and the processes that govern their growth, reproduction, and survival. The book goes beyond mere scientific classification, exploring the interconnectedness of plants and humans, highlighting their medicinal and nutritional value, and emphasizing the importance of plant conservation. Through insightful observations and engaging anecdotes, the author conveys the beauty and complexity of the botanical world, fostering an appreciation for the role plants play in our lives and the environment. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Compendium of Physiological and Systematic Botany: With Plates
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1333999518
• ISBN 13: 9781333999513
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Flora

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Synopsis

This book provides a comprehensive study of plant life, unveiling the intricacies of the botanical kingdom. The author takes readers on a historical journey, tracing the evolution of botanical science and introducing the pioneering botanists who have shaped our understanding of plants. With a focus on American plant life, the book explores the unique flora of different regions and ecosystems, detailing the remarkable diversity and adaptations of plant species. The author also delves into the field of plant physiology, examining the inner workings of plants and the processes that govern their growth, reproduction, and survival. The book goes beyond mere scientific classification, exploring the interconnectedness of plants and humans, highlighting their medicinal and nutritional value, and emphasizing the importance of plant conservation. Through insightful observations and engaging anecdotes, the author conveys the beauty and complexity of the botanical world, fostering an appreciation for the role plants play in our lives and the environment.

About the Author

George Sumner (PhD, Yale University) is principal and Helliwell Professor of World Mission at Wycliffe College, University of Toronto, in Toronto, Ontario. He has served in various pastoral roles and is an honorary assistant at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Toronto.