A Pocket Guide To British Ferns

By Marian S. Ridley and Marian S Ridley

Book Overview

""A Pocket Guide to British Ferns"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Marian S. Ridley in the year 1881. The book provides a detailed description of various species of ferns found in the British Isles. The guidebook is designed to fit into a pocket, making it a convenient companion for botanists, naturalists, and anyone interested in the study of ferns. The book is divided into two parts: the first part provides a general introduction to ferns, their structure, and classification. The second part is a detailed description of each species of fern found in the British Isles, including their habitat, distribution, and characteristics. The book also includes illustrations of each species, making it easier for readers to identify them. The author, Marian S. Ridley, was a renowned botanist and a member of the Linnean Society of London. Her expertise in the field of botany is evident in the detailed descriptions and accurate illustrations provided in the book. Overall, ""A Pocket Guide to British Ferns"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of ferns and the natural history of the British Isles.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 054859757X
• ISBN13: 9780548597576
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"