Herbals (Classic Reprint): Their Origin and Evolution, a Chapter in the History of Botany, 1470 1670 - Couverture souple

Agnes Arber

9781330526262: Herbals (Classic Reprint): Their Origin and Evolution, a Chapter in the History of Botany, 1470 1670

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ISBN 10 : 1330526260 ISBN 13 : 9781330526262

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Herbals by Agnes Arber reveals how garden knowledge grew into a science.

A thoughtful history of early plant books shows how medicine, art, and curiosity shaped what we now call botany, through pages that range from astrological ideas to careful modern descriptions. The extract traces a path from astrology-driven herbals in the 17th century to a more systematic science. It highlights how physicians and scientists contributed to plant knowledge, and how engravings and vivid illustrations aided description and discovery. You’ll meet figures such as Culpeper, and see how critics and contemporaries debated astrology and the links between planets, plants, and health.

How herbalists linked herbs to celestial bodies and constellations
The shift from medicine-focused lists to independent botanical science
The role of wood engraving in spreading plant knowledge
Profiles of notable historical writers and their methods

Ideal for readers of the history of science, botany, and the lore surrounding early plant knowledge.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1330526260
ISBN 13: 9781330526262
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Nombre de pages: 321
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Herbals: Their Origin and Evolution, a Chapter in the History of Botany

Agnes Arber

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1330526260 ISBN 13 : 9781330526262

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides an engaging overview of the evolution of the printed herbal in Europe between 1470 and 1670, tracing the fascinating interplay between the influence of ancient Greek botany and the practical applications of plants in medicine. The author takes the reader on a journey through the groundbreaking works of the Renaissance, including those of Brunfels, Bock, Fuchs, and Dodoens, highlighting their contributions to the development of plant classification and identification. The book also delves into the fascinating world of Renaissance botanical art, showcasing how artists and scientists collaborated to create beautiful and scientifically accurate illustrations of plants. With a focus on the evolution of plant description and classification, this book presents a comprehensive exploration of the early history of botany, offering valuable insights into the development of this essential scientific discipline. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781330526262_0

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