Life And Work Of Cyrus Guernsey Pringle (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163184059)

The book ""Life And Work Of Cyrus Guernsey Pringle"" by Helen Burns Davis is a comprehensive biography of the renowned American botanist, Cyrus Guernsey Pringle. The book delves deep into the life of Pringle, from his childhood in Vermont to his extensive travels across North America and beyond, collecting and studying plants. The author explores Pringle's passion for botany and his contribution to the field, including his discovery of several new plant species and his work on the flora of Mexico. The book also sheds light on Pringle's personal life, including his marriage to his wife, Charlotte, and his relationships with other botanists of his time. Through detailed research and analysis of Pringle's personal journals and letters, Davis provides a vivid and engaging account of the life and work of this pioneering botanist. The book is an inspiring read for anyone interested in the history of botany or the life of a remarkable scientist.With A Supplement Titled: Indices Of States, Places And Railroad Routs Of Mexico By Francis Whittier Pennell.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: Helen Burns Davis
ISBN-10: 1163184055
ISBN-13: 9781163184059
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 780
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.90lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 1.55d