A Botanical Tour Through Various Parts Of The Counties Of Devon And Cornwall (1820) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165257058)

""A Botanical Tour Through Various Parts Of The Counties Of Devon And Cornwall"" is a book written by John Pike Jones, originally published in 1820. The book is a detailed account of Jones' travels through the counties of Devon and Cornwall, documenting the various plants and botanical specimens he encountered along the way. The book is divided into chapters, each dedicated to a different location or region within the counties. Within each chapter, Jones provides a description of the landscape, the flora and fauna, and any notable geological features. He also includes detailed illustrations of the plants he encountered, with accompanying descriptions and notes on their medicinal properties and uses.Throughout the book, Jones demonstrates a deep knowledge and passion for botany, and his writing is both informative and engaging. He also provides historical context for the regions he visits, discussing the impact of human activity on the landscape and the ways in which the local flora has been affected.Overall, ""A Botanical Tour Through Various Parts Of The Counties Of Devon And Cornwall"" is a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of two of England's most beautiful counties, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in botany or natural history.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.

Author: John Pike Jones
ISBN-10: 116525705X
ISBN-13: 9781165257058
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 84
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.27lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.17d