Publisher's Synopsis
Botanizing: A Guide To Field Collecting And Herbarium Work is a comprehensive guidebook written by William Whitman Bailey in 1899. The book is a valuable resource for botanists, students, and anyone interested in the study of plants. The guidebook covers the basics of field collecting, including how to properly identify and collect specimens, as well as the proper techniques for preserving and mounting them in a herbarium. The book is divided into two main sections: the first section covers field collecting, while the second section focuses on herbarium work. The field collecting section covers topics such as the necessary equipment, how to choose a location, and how to properly collect and label specimens. The second section covers the process of preparing and mounting specimens in a herbarium, including the necessary materials and techniques.Throughout the book, Bailey provides detailed instructions and illustrations to help readers understand the process of botanizing. He also includes a glossary of botanical terms and a list of recommended books and resources for further study.Overall, Botanizing: A Guide To Field Collecting And Herbarium Work is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of plants. Bailey's clear and concise writing style, along with his detailed instructions and illustrations, make this guidebook a valuable reference for botanists of all levels.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.
