Botanical Contributions (1861)

By Asa Gray

Book Overview

Botanical Contributions is a book written by Asa Gray, a renowned American botanist, and published in 1861. The book is a collection of Gray's essays and articles that were previously published in various journals and magazines. The book covers a wide range of topics related to botany, including plant classification, plant morphology, and plant geography. Gray's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both experts and non-experts in the field of botany. One of the key themes of the book is the importance of plant classification and the need for a standardized system. Gray argues that a clear and consistent classification system is essential for understanding the relationships between different plant species and for making accurate predictions about their behavior and characteristics. Another important theme of the book is the role of plants in the natural world. Gray emphasizes the interconnectedness of all living things and the importance of understanding the complex relationships between plants, animals, and the environment. Overall, Botanical Contributions is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of plants and their role in the natural world. Gray's insights and observations provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of botany and the complexities of plant life.Extracted From The Proceedings Of The American Academy Of Arts And Sciences, V5.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: 1120268133
• ISBN13: 9781120268136
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 638 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"