The plant hunters : true stories of their daring adventures to the far corners of the Earth / Anita Silvey.
| Author/creator | Silvey, Anita |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | 1st ed. |
| Publication Info | New York : Farrar Straus Giroux, 2012. |
| Description | 88 pages : color illustrations, map, portraits ; 27 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | "Botanomania": a passion for plants -- The Indiana Jones of the nineteenth century -- Why did they do it? -- Bringing the plants home alive -- Bringing themselves home alive -- Plant superstars -- Contemporary plant geeks. |
| Abstract | Presents the experiences and contributions of early adventurers, explorers, and scientists responsible for discovering and documenting new types of plants, showing how their often dangerous voyages help establish the field of botany. |
| Local note | Little-305131062300O |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. [79]-81) and index. |
| LCCN | 2011005161 |
| ISBN | 9780374309084 |
| ISBN | 0374309086 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 580.75 SI399P | ✔ Available | Place Hold |