Publisher's Synopsis
""A Sketch of the Flora of British India"" is a comprehensive botanical guide written by Joseph Dalton Hooker in 1904. The book provides a detailed account of the flora of British India, which includes the present-day countries of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It is a richly illustrated book, with over 900 drawings and descriptions of various plant species found in the region. Hooker's work is divided into two parts. The first part is a general introduction to the geography, climate, and vegetation of British India. The second part is a detailed description of the plant species found in the region. The book covers a wide range of plant families, including grasses, ferns, mosses, and flowering plants. The descriptions of the plants are accompanied by detailed illustrations, which make it easy for readers to identify the species. Hooker's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both botanists and lay readers. Overall, ""A Sketch of the Flora of British India"" is an important work in the field of botany, providing a comprehensive guide to the plant species found in one of the world's most diverse regions. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the flora of British India or botany in general.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.
