Publisher's Synopsis
Contemplation of nature's works is not only an eye-opener, but also a mind-opener. Wonder is not just the first step to knowledge, but it is a powerful force in the development of the human soul.
Topics include: The plant world - the form of the plant - geometrical designs in flowers - flowers and insects - the metamorphosis of plants - the stages of plant development - the vegetational regions of the earth - classifications of plants - herbs - recognizing trees - uses of various timbers - geology - rocks and rock formation - geology - scenery.