Excerpt from A Naturalist in Western China, With Vasculum, Camera, and Gun, Vol. 1: Being Some Account of Eleven Years'' Travel, Exploration, and Observation in the More Remote Parts of the Flowery Kingdom
Two or three of the chapters I first published in the Gardeners'' Chronicle during 1905 - 6, and that on insect white-wax in the Chemist and Druggist, 1906, but these have been remodelled to suit present require ments, and amended and corrected in accordance with increased knowledge.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book details the travels of an early 20th-century plant hunter through the remote mountainous regions of China, with a special focus on the little-known flora of western China at the time of the author's journey. The author provides vivid accounts of the formidable terrain and challenging conditions they faced while traversing these uncharted territories, seeking botanical specimens for cultivation and scientific research in the Western world. Amidst their expeditions, they encountered many previously undiscovered plant species, including rhododendrons and roses, among the vast array of the region's flora. This book offers a glimpse into the breathtaking beauty and rich biodiversity of western China, as well as the author's deep reverence for the natural world. It emphasizes the vital importance of preserving these fragile ecosystems for future generations. 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 réf. du vendeur 9781334307843_0
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