An Illustrated Flora Of The Northern United States, Canada, And The British Possessions V1 (1913) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169822627)

""An Illustrated Flora of the Northern United States, Canada, and the British Possessions V1"" is a comprehensive guide to the flora of the northern regions of North America. Written by Nathaniel Lord Britton, a renowned botanist and professor at Columbia University, this book was first published in 1913 and has since become a classic reference work for botanists, naturalists, and anyone interested in the plant life of North America.The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering the ferns, fern allies, and flowering plants of the region. The second volume, which was published later, covers the mosses, liverworts, and lichens of the same area. Each volume is lavishly illustrated with detailed drawings and photographs of the plants described, making it easy to identify the different species.In addition to the illustrations, the book includes detailed descriptions of each plant, including its scientific name, common name, habitat, and distribution. There are also notes on the plant's uses, both medicinal and practical, as well as its cultural significance.Overall, ""An Illustrated Flora of the Northern United States, Canada, and the British Possessions V1"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the plant life of North America. Its comprehensive coverage, detailed illustrations, and informative descriptions make it an essential reference work for botanists, naturalists, and plant enthusiasts of all levels.From Newfoundland To The Parallel Of The Southern Boundary Of Virginia, And From The Atlantic Ocean Westward To The 102d Meridian. In Three Volumes.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: Nathaniel Lord Britton,Addison Brown
ISBN-10: 1169822622
ISBN-13: 9781169822627
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 714
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 4.23lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.50d