The World of Carolus Clusius: Natural History in the Making, 1550-1610

Egmond's study investigates horticultural techniques, fashions in the collection of rare plants, botanical experimentation and methods of scientific evaluation, as well as tracking the exchange of knowledge. Central to this activity is the figure of Carolus Clusius (1526-1609), the first truly scientific botanist.

Author: Florike Egmond
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 01/21/2016
Pages: 320
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.65d
ISBN: 9781138661196