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Charles Darwin is best known for his work on the evolution of
animals, but in fact a large part of his contribution to the
natural sciences is focused on plants. His observations are crucial
to our modern understanding of everything from the amazing
pollination process of orchids to the way that vines climb. Darwin
and the Art of Botany collects writings from six often overlooked
texts devoted entirely to plants, and pairs each excerpt with
beautiful botanical art from the library at the Oak Spring Garden
Foundation, creating a gorgeously illustrated volume that never
existed in Darwin's own lifetime, and hasn't since. Evolutionary
botanist and science historian James Costa brings his expertise to
each entry, situating Darwin's words in the context of the
knowledge and research of the time. The result is a new way of
visualizing Darwin's work, and a greater understanding of the ways
he's shaped our world.
Gardeners are inherently curious. They make note of a plant label
in a botanical garden and then go home to learn more. They pick up
fallen blossoms to examine them closer. They spend hours reading
plant catalogues. But they are often unable to accurately name or
describe their discoveries. A Botanist's Vocabulary gives gardeners
and naturalists a better understanding of what they see and a way
to categorize and organize the natural world in which they are so
intimately involved. Through concise definitions and detailed black
and white illustrations, it defines 1300 words commonly used by
botanists, naturalists, and gardeners to describe plants. The terms
include simple concepts like petal and sepal, some that apply only
to a particular group of plants or to entire ecosystems, and others
that are only visible under a microscope. The simple and accessible
language and highly detailed black and white illustrations make
this the perfect guide for anyone looking for a deeper appreciation
of the wonderful world of plants.
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