History Of Botany, 1530-1860 (1906) - Julius Von Sachs - Bog

""History of Botany, 1530-1860"" is a comprehensive book written by Julius von Sachs and first published in 1906. The book is a detailed account of the development of botany from the Renaissance era to the mid-19th century. It covers the major discoveries, theories, and figures in the field of botany during this period, including the work of famous botanists such as Linnaeus, Darwin, and Mendel. The book is divided into three main parts. The first part covers the period from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment and discusses the emergence of botany as a distinct scientific discipline. The second part covers the period from the Enlightenment to the early 19th century and focuses on the development of classification systems and the rise of plant physiology. The final part covers the mid-19th century, including the impact of Darwin's theory of evolution on the field of botany.Throughout the book, von Sachs provides a detailed analysis of the major scientific discoveries and theories that shaped the field of botany during this period. He also discusses the social and political contexts in which these discoveries were made, providing a broader understanding of the history of science.Overall, ""History of Botany, 1530-1860"" is an important work that provides a comprehensive overview of the development of botany as a scientific discipline. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars of botany, as well as anyone interested in the history of science.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.