Augustin Gattinger: The Pioneer Botanist of Tennessee (1904) the Pioneer Botanist of Tennessee (1904) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169498662)

Augustin Gattinger: The Pioneer Botanist of Tennessee is a historical biography written by Robert A. Halley in 1904. The book tells the story of Augustin Gattinger, a German immigrant who settled in Tennessee in the mid-19th century and became a renowned botanist. Gattinger's passion for botany led him to explore the flora of Tennessee and surrounding states, collecting and cataloging thousands of specimens. He also corresponded with other botanists around the world, sharing his findings and expanding his knowledge. The book traces Gattinger's life and career, from his early years in Germany to his immigration to America, his work as a botanist, and his contributions to the field of botany. It provides a detailed look at the challenges and triumphs of a pioneering botanist in the 19th century, and sheds light on the history of botany in Tennessee and the United States.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: Robert A. Halley
ISBN-10: 1169498663
ISBN-13: 9781169498662
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 8.50h x 11.02w x 0.25d