Publisher's Synopsis
Gray's Lessons in Botany and Vegetable Physiology is a comprehensive textbook that provides a detailed understanding of the world of plants. Written by renowned botanist Asa Gray, the book covers a wide range of topics, including plant anatomy, physiology, classification, and ecology. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the structure and function of plants, while the second part covers their growth and development.The book begins with an introduction to the study of botany and the basic principles of plant structure and function. It then delves into the different parts of plants, including roots, stems, leaves, and flowers, and explores their functions and adaptations. The book also covers the classification of plants, from algae and fungi to flowering plants, and provides an overview of their evolutionary history.In the second part of the book, Gray discusses plant growth and development, including topics such as photosynthesis, respiration, and reproduction. He also explores the ecological roles of plants, including their interactions with other organisms and their impact on the environment.Throughout the book, Gray uses clear and concise language to explain complex concepts, and includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to aid in understanding. Gray's Lessons in Botany and Vegetable Physiology is an essential resource for students and professionals in the field of botany, as well as anyone interested in understanding the fascinating world of plants.1857. Illustrated by over 360 wood engravings, from original drawings, by Isaac Sprague. To which is added a copious glossary, or dictionary of botanical terms. The author writes that: This book is intended for the use of beginners, and for classes in the common and higher schools, -in which the elements of Botany, one of the most generally interesting of the Natural Sciences, surely ought to be taught, and to be taught correctly, as far as the instruction proceeds. While these Lessons are made as plain and simple as they well can be all the subjects treated have been carried far enough to make the book a genuine Grammar of Botany and Vegetable Physiology, and a sufficient introduction to those works in which the plants of a country-especially our own-are described.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
