A Natural History of North American Trees
- 512 páginas
- 18 horas de lectura
Provides a look at the history of trees in North America, including how species were discovered and the roles each played in American's history. --From publisher description
Donald Culross Peattie fue un botánico, naturalista y autor estadounidense cuyos escritos se distinguen por una mentalidad poética y filosófica, junto con una rigurosa precisión científica. Sus obras, particularmente las centradas en los árboles norteamericanos, son celebradas por su profundidad y estilo distintivo, atrayendo a los lectores al mundo natural con una prosa cautivadora. La habilidad de Peattie para fusionar el conocimiento científico con la sensibilidad artística lo convierte en una voz significativa entre los escritores de la naturaleza. Su enfoque literario invita a una comprensión y apreciación más profundas del entorno.






Provides a look at the history of trees in North America, including how species were discovered and the roles each played in American's history. --From publisher description
Exploring the contributions of notable figures in natural history, this book features illustrated content on various scientists and their discoveries, including Linnaeus, Lamarck, and Darwin. It delves into themes such as the evolution of scientific thought and the relationship between nature and art, highlighting the work of individuals like Audubon and Goethe. Originally published in the early 1900s, this republished edition preserves the original text and artwork, making it an accessible resource for those interested in the history of science and exploration.
Expeditionsbericht von der ersten Durchquerung Nordamerikas