Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Makers of British Botany: A Collection of Biographies by Living Botanists"" was written by Francis Wall Oliver and published in 1913. The book is a collection of biographies of prominent botanists who have made significant contributions to the field of British botany. The biographies are written by other living botanists and provide insight into the lives and work of these important figures. The book covers a wide range of botanists, including those who studied plants in the field, those who worked in botanical gardens, and those who conducted research in laboratories. Some of the botanists featured in the book include William Jackson Hooker, John Lindley, and Joseph Dalton Hooker. The book also provides a historical overview of the development of British botany, including the role of botanic gardens and the impact of new technologies such as microscopy. The biographies are accompanied by illustrations and photographs of the botanists and their work. Overall, ""Makers of British Botany"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of botany and the contributions of important figures in the field.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.