Phycological Memoirs (1898)

By D.A. Saunders

Book Overview

Phycological Memoirs is a book written by the Irish botanist and phycologist, William Henry De Alton Saunders, in 1898. The book is a compilation of Saunders' research on the algae of the British Isles, and it is considered a seminal work in the field of phycology. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a general introduction to the study of algae, including their classification, morphology, and reproduction. The second part is a detailed description of the algae species found in the British Isles, including their distribution, habitat, and ecological significance. Saunders' writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both the general reader and the specialist. The book is illustrated with detailed drawings and photographs of the algae, as well as maps showing their distribution. Phycological Memoirs is an important contribution to the study of algae and remains a valuable resource for phycologists and botanists today.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: 1120019265
• ISBN13: 9781120019264
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 70 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"