Botanical Treasures: Objects from the Herbarium and Library of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

by Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh and Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

This wonderfully illustrated book is a snapshot of our extensive national collection of botanical books, herbarium specimens and archival material. With more than three million preserved plant specimens and 70,000 books to choose from, the selection is just a sample of the treasures we hold, offering a glimpse into this unique collection. From objects that tell tales of daring plant collectors, to specimens of plants now extinct, historical maps and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1906129975
• ISBN13: 9781906129972
• Release Date: August 2014
• Publisher: Royal Botanic Garden
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.