Publisher's Synopsis
The Botanical Appendix to Captain Franklin's Narrative of a Journey to the Shores of the Polar Sea is a book written by John Richardson in 1823. The book is a detailed account of the plants and vegetation that were discovered during the journey to the Arctic. The book is a valuable resource for botanists and scientists who are interested in the flora of the Arctic region.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the flora of the Arctic. The first section provides a general overview of the plants that were discovered during the journey. This section includes information on the distribution and habitat of the plants, as well as their physical characteristics.The second section of the book focuses on the mosses and lichens that were found in the Arctic. This section provides detailed descriptions of the different species of mosses and lichens, as well as their uses and properties.The third section of the book discusses the flowering plants that were discovered during the journey. This section includes information on the different families of flowering plants, as well as detailed descriptions of the individual species.The final section of the book provides a glossary of botanical terms, as well as an index of the plant names that are mentioned in the book. The glossary and index make it easy for readers to find information on specific plants or botanical concepts.Overall, the Botanical Appendix to Captain Franklin's Narrative of a Journey to the Shores of the Polar Sea is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the flora of the Arctic. The book provides detailed descriptions and information on the plants that were discovered during the journey, making it a valuable reference for botanists, scientists, and anyone interested in the natural world.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.
