9781527733862 - A Dictionary of American Plant Names (Classic Reprint) de Clute, Willard Nelson (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 detailed exploration of distinct plant names both native to North America and naturalised into the region, recorded by the author during years of study. Organised alphabetically, these names encompass a vast array of plants, including flowering plants, ferns, trees, shrubs, and weeds. Extensively capturing the history and traditions surrounding each name, the author offers an abundance of colloquial, archaic, and regional names, weaving a rich tapestry of cultural and linguistic influences on the understanding of North American flora. Each entry also presents details on the physical characteristics and defining attributes of each plant species, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of its unique identity and facilitating further research. 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.