Journal Kept By David Douglas During His Travels In North America, 1823-1827: Together With A Description Of Thirty-Three Species Of American Oaks (19 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164036982)

The book ""Journal Kept By David Douglas During His Travels In North America, 1823-1827: Together With A Description Of Thirty-Three Species Of American Oaks"" is a first-hand account of the travels of David Douglas, a Scottish botanist, during his expeditions in North America from 1823 to 1827. The journal includes detailed descriptions of the landscapes, flora, and fauna he encountered during his travels, as well as his interactions with local indigenous communities.In addition to the journal entries, the book also includes a comprehensive description of thirty-three species of American oak trees, which were meticulously studied and documented by Douglas during his travels. The descriptions include detailed information about the trees' physical characteristics, habitats, and uses.Published in 1914, this book is a valuable resource for botanists, historians, and anyone interested in the natural history of North America during the early 19th century. It provides a unique perspective on the continent's flora and fauna, as well as the social and cultural context in which Douglas conducted his research.Together With A Description Of Thirty-Three Species Of American Oaks And Eighteen Species Of Pinus; With Appendices Containing A List Of The Plants Introduced By Douglas And An Account Of His Death In 1834. Published Under The Direction Of The Royal Horticultural Society.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: David Douglas
ISBN-10: 116403698X
ISBN-13: 9781164036982
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 374
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.77d