9781334648212 - The Botany of the Roraima Expedition of 1884 (Classic Reprint) de Thurn, Everard Ferdinand Im (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a record of the botanical observations made during an 1884 expedition to Mount Roraima, a remote mountain in Guyana. The author, Everard im Thurn, was part of a team of explorers who were the first to ascend to the summit of the mountain. During their journey and subsequent explorations of the surrounding area, they collected and cataloged a vast number of plant species. The book provides detailed descriptions of the plants found, including numerous newly discovered species. The author also discusses the broader context of the expedition, including the history of botanical exploration in the region and the diversity of plant life found in the area. This book is a valuable resource for botanists, ecologists, and anyone interested in the natural history of South America. It is a testament to the importance of preserving and exploring the natural world, and a reminder of the incredible diversity of life that exists on our planet. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.