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A Dictionary of Botanical Terms (Cambridge Library Collection - Botany and Horticulture) - Softcover

Henslow, John Stevens

 
9781108001311: A Dictionary of Botanical Terms (Cambridge Library Collection - Botany and Horticulture)

Synopsis

Darwin's mentor published this illustrated botanical glossary in 1857 to provide a secure foundation for scientific investigations.

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Book Description

Henslow (1796–1861) was a botanist and geologist. As teacher, mentor and friend to Charles Darwin, his introduction secured for Darwin the post of naturalist on the voyage of the Beagle. His detailed glossary, liberally illustrated with delightful woodcuts, explained botanic terminology and provided a secure foundation for scientific investigations.

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