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Histoire de la Botanique [The History of Botany]

By: Joëlle Magnin-Gonze(Author)
384 pages, 420 colour illustrations
Histoire de la Botanique [The History of Botany]
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Language: French

This book presents a comprehensive and accessible overview of the development of the discipline of botany, from antiquity to the late nineteenth century. The author traces its growth, from Theophrastus Mendel, and the pioneering work of Bauhin, to the founding principles of Linnaeus, the discoveries of Jussieu and Lamarck, and the theory of evolution of Darwin. Portraits of botanists, voyages of discovery, and discoveries of fundamental scientific discoveries (nomenclatural rules, natural classifications, discovery of photosynthesis...) punctuate this richly illustrated reference book that will enlighten botanists as well as curious readers.

- A clear chronological approach, enriched by a reflection on the discipline.
- A lively and colorful story with 420 illustrations and sidebars.
- An appendix giving an overview of key characters and events.

Summary in French:
Cet ouvrage présente pour la première fois en un seul volume un panorama complet et accessible du développement de la botanique, depuis l'Antiquité jusqu'à la fin du XIXe siècle. L'auteur retrace son élaboration, de Théophraste à Mendel, en passant par les travaux précurseurs de Bauhin, les principes fondateurs de Linné, les découvertes de Jussieu, de Lamarck, ou la théorie de l'évolution de Darwin. Portraits de botanistes, voyages d'explorations et découvertes scientifiques fondamentales (lois de nomenclature, classifications naturelles, découverte de la photosynthèse...) jalonnent cet ouvrage de référence richement illustré, qui éclairera les botanistes confirmés comme les amateurs curieux.

- Une approche chronologique claire, enrichie d'une réflexion sur la discipline.
- Un récit vivant et haut en couleurs grâce à 420 illustrations et des encadrés.
- En annexe, une frise détaillée pour repérer les personnages et les événements clés.

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By: Joëlle Magnin-Gonze(Author)
384 pages, 420 colour illustrations
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