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Paperback. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: This book delves into "The Rhododendrons of Sikkim-Himalaya," offering a botanical and geographical account of recently discovered Rhododendron species in the Eastern Himalayan mountains. The focal point is Darjeeling, nestled in the Sikkim region of the Himalayas. Positioned at a latitude of 27¡ N and sharing longitude with Calcutta, approximately 380 miles away, the town sits at an elevation of 7,200 feet above sea level. The climate features an average yearly temperature around 55¡F, with monthly averages ranging from 41¡F to 65¡F. The region showcases remarkable landscapes, with the towering peak of Kanchenjunga at 28,172 feetÑthe world's highest mountainÑcaptivating attention. The Himalayan panorama, adorned with exquisite Rhododendron varieties, evokes awe. The evergreen foliage and enchanting blossoms of the Rhododendron genus have long captivated Europe's fascination. The book navigates through diverse species, their origins, and their importance within various geographical contexts. About The Author: Sir Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817Ğ1911) was a British botanist and explorer known for his role in geographical botany. A close friend of Charles Darwin, he directed the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew, for two decades and achieved high honors in British science. He was a part of James Clark Ross's Antarctic expedition and engaged in geological surveys in Great Britain. Hooker's Himalayan journey was groundbreaking, leading to significant botanical discoveries and publications. His works, including "Flora Antarctica," "Flora Novae-Zelandiae," and "Flora Tasmaniae," solidified his reputation as a systemist and plant geographer. He also explored Palestine with Daniel Hanbury in 1860, categorizing distinct phytogeographical regions. The Title 'The Rhododendrons of Sikkim-Himalaya Being an Account, Botanical and Geographical, of the Rhododendrons Recently Discovered in the Mountains of Eastern Himalaya written/authored/edited by Joseph Dalton Hooker, Editor: W. J. Hooker', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121283908 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 92 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Gardening, Landscape Design. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms 92.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Language: English. About The Book: This book delves into "The Rhododendrons of Sikkim-Himalaya," offering a botanical and geographical account of recently discovered Rhododendron species in the Eastern Himalayan mountains. The focal point is Darjeeling, nestled in the Sikkim region of the Himalayas. Positioned at a latitude of 27¡ N and sharing longitude with Calcutta, approximately 380 miles away, the town sits at an elevation of 7,200 feet above sea level. The climate features an average yearly temperature around 55¡F, with monthly averages ranging from 41¡F to 65¡F. The region showcases remarkable landscapes, with the towering peak of Kanchenjunga at 28,172 feetÑthe world's highest mountainÑcaptivating attention. The Himalayan panorama, adorned with exquisite Rhododendron varieties, evokes awe. The evergreen foliage and enchanting blossoms of the Rhododendron genus have long captivated Europe's fascination. The book navigates through diverse species, their origins, and their importance within various geographical contexts. About The Author: Sir Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817Ğ1911) was a British botanist and explorer known for his role in geographical botany. A close friend of Charles Darwin, he directed the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew, for two decades and achieved high honors in British science. He was a part of James Clark Ross's Antarctic expedition and engaged in geological surveys in Great Britain. Hooker's Himalayan journey was groundbreaking, leading to significant botanical discoveries and publications. His works, including "Flora Antarctica," "Flora Novae-Zelandiae," and "Flora Tasmaniae," solidified his reputation as a systemist and plant geographer. He also explored Palestine with Daniel Hanbury in 1860, categorizing distinct phytogeographical regions. The Title 'The Rhododendrons of Sikkim-Himalaya Being an Account, Botanical and Geographical, of the Rhododendrons Recently Discovered in the Mountains of Eastern Himalaya written/authored/edited by Joseph Dalton Hooker, Editor: W. J. Hooker', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121283915 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 92 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Gardening, Landscape Design. Size of the book is 22.59 x 28.94 cms 92.

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LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1918 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 582 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 582 Volume 1 Hooker, Joseph Dalton, Sir, 1817-1911,Huxley, Leonard, 1860-1933, editor,Hooker, Hyacinth Symonds, Lady.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 1st edition. 574 pages. 8.50x5.51x1.26 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand.

Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextrnrnThis book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Journal of the Right Hon. Sir Joseph Banks; during Captain Cook's first voyage in H.M.S. Endeavour in 1768-71 to Terra del Fuego, Otahite, New Zealand, Australia, the Dutch East Indies, etc. | Editor Joseph Dalton Hooker | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 2019 | Alpha Editions | EAN 9789353924614 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as the same form as it was originally first published. Hence any marks or annotations seen are left intentionally to preserve its true nature.