Makers Of British Botany: A Collection Of Biographies By Living Botanists (1913)

""Makers of British Botany"" is a collection of biographies written by living botanists, edited by Francis Wall Oliver and published in 1913. The book features profiles of prominent botanists who have made significant contributions to the field of botany in Britain. Some of the botanists featured in the book include William Jackson Hooker, John Lindley, Joseph Dalton Hooker, and many others. The biographies provide insights into the lives and careers of these botanists, their achievements, and their impact on the development of botany as a science. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of botany in Britain and the contributions of its most influential figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

First published in 1913, this volume contains biographies of influential botanists written by distinguished botanists of the period. A discussion of each botanist's life and scientific contribution is provided, with each contributor specialising in the same botanical area as the subject.