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Memoirs Of The Botanic Garden At Chelsea

by Field, Henry

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Memoirs of the Botanic Garden at Chelsea is a book written by Henry Field. The book is a detailed account of the history, development, and achievements of the Chelsea Physic Garden, one of the oldest botanic gardens in the world. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the garden's origins in the seventeenth century, its early history and growth, and its role in the development of botany as a scientific discipline.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the garden's history. The author describes the various plants and flowers that have been grown in the garden over the years, including medicinal plants, exotic species, and rare specimens. He also provides a detailed account of the garden's layout, design, and architecture, as well as the various buildings and structures that have been added to it over the years.In addition to its historical and botanical significance, the Chelsea Physic Garden has played an important role in the cultural and social life of London. The author provides a fascinating insight into the garden's role in the development of the city, its influence on the arts and literature, and its impact on the lives of the people who have lived and worked in its vicinity.Overall, Memoirs of the Botanic Garden at Chelsea is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the history of one of the world's most important botanic gardens. It will be of interest to anyone interested in botany, gardening, or the history of London.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.

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  • Jun 1, 2007 Pub Date:
  • 1432657372 ISBN-10:
  • 9781432657376 ISBN-13:
  • English Language