Description
Original 1887 revised edition. Cover is clean and in good condition for a book this age. Pages are clean. Binding is secure.
This remarkable copy of Asa Gray’s “Lessons and Manual of Botany” is a testament to the enduring legacy of one of America’s most influential botanists. Published in 1887, this revised edition showcases Gray’s lifelong dedication to the study and classification of plants, a pursuit that earned him recognition as the “Father of American Botany.”
Gray’s meticulous observations and insights laid the foundation for modern plant taxonomy, and his works remain invaluable resources for botanists, naturalists, and collectors alike. This volume, with its well-preserved pages and sturdy binding, offers a glimpse into the pioneering spirit of 19th-century scientific exploration.
Collectors will appreciate the historical significance of this edition, which represents a pivotal moment in the development of botanical knowledge. Its clean condition and secure binding ensure that Gray’s groundbreaking work can continue to inspire and educate future generations of plant enthusiasts and scholars.
