The Life And Work Of George Don
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George Claridge Druce's An Account of the Morisonian Herbarium is a detailed study of the herbarium in the possession of the University of Oxford. The book also includes biographical and critical sketches of Morison and the two Bobarts, as well as the early history of the Physic Garden. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of botany.
This fascinating and beautifully illustrated account of the University of Oxford's herbarium is an essential resource for botanists, naturalists, and anyone interested in the plant life of the British Isles. Druce provides detailed descriptions of the herbarium's specimens, including their origins and historical significance, as well as informative essays on topics like plant classification and the botanists who contributed to the collection. With hundreds of full-color illustrations and a wealth of fascinating historical detail, this book is a must-have for plant lovers and scholars alike.