""Landmarks of Botanical History, Part 1: Prior to 1562"" is a comprehensive study of the early stages of the development of the science of botany. Written by Edward Lee Greene and first published in 1909, this book explores the major milestones in the history of botany before the year 1562. The author delves into the works of ancient Greek and Roman scholars, such as Theophrastus and Pliny the Elder, as well as medieval scholars like Albertus Magnus and Hildegard of Bingen. The book also covers the contributions of Islamic scholars and the early botanical explorations of the New World. The author's meticulous research and insightful analysis make this book an essential read for anyone interested in the history of botany and the evolution of scientific thought.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.
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