Withering's British Plants: The Lowering Plants And Ferns Of Great Britain And Ireland

By William Withering

Book Overview

Withering's British Plants: The Lowering Plants and Ferns of Great Britain and Ireland is a botanical reference book written by William MacGillivray in 1863. The book is a comprehensive guide to the different types of ferns and lowering plants found in Great Britain and Ireland. It includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of each plant species, as well as information on their habitat, distribution, and uses. The book is based on the work of the 18th-century botanist William Withering, who was known for his pioneering research on British flora. MacGillivray's book is considered a classic in the field of botany and is still used by botanists and naturalists today. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the flora of Great Britain and Ireland.Arranged According To The Linnaean System.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: 116723913X
• ISBN13: 9781167239137
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 510 Pages
• Weight: 1.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"