David Douglas: Explorer and Botanist

By Lindsay Mitchell

David Douglas became a celebrated scientist and explorer. He explored the area of western Canada, collecting and classifying its flora and recording the life of its native American population, and was... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1854105914
• ISBN13: 9781854105912
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Aurum Pr Ltd
• Length: 1000 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.8" x 1.0" x 6.8"

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Plant Collecting in the Early 1800s

The adventures of an ardent plant lover/collector during the 1820s and 1830s. David Douglas documented, collected, and returned to England over 200 new species of plants commonly found in contemporary gardens. The Douglas fir, arguably the most significant timber source of the 20th century, is named for him. He walked more than 10,000 miles during his travels across North America enduring many hardships while experiencing an unexplored wilderness. His interaction with native peoples demonstrated his inate skill as a diplomat. His wonder at the marvels of nature will resonate with any plant lover.