Publisher's Synopsis
""A Course of Practical Instruction in Botany, Part 1: Phanerogamae-Pteridophyta"" is a comprehensive guide to the study of botany written by Frederick Orpen Bower and published in 1885. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which focuses on the study of phanerogamae and pteridophyta, or flowering plants and ferns. The book begins with an introduction to the study of botany, including an overview of plant structure and function, as well as the various methods used to study plants. The author then delves into the classification and identification of plants, providing detailed descriptions of the different families of phanerogamae and pteridophyta. Throughout the book, Bower emphasizes the importance of practical instruction in botany, providing numerous exercises and experiments for readers to perform in order to deepen their understanding of the subject matter. The book also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to aid in the identification and study of plants. Overall, ""A Course of Practical Instruction in Botany, Part 1: Phanerogamae-Pteridophyta"" is an essential guide for anyone interested in the study of botany, providing a thorough and practical introduction to the subject.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.
