Plants man von bower (13 Ergebnisse)

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Zustand: New.

Zustand: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1000grams, ISBN.

Zustand: New.

Zustand: New.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Red cloth gilt 8vo, pp.xii, 365 plus rear ads. A series of interesting essays covering plant science and its applications and significance to considerations of environments, foods, commerce and other aspects of human activities. Attractive gilt depiction of wheat plant on cover. Binding nice and bright, contents a little browned with faint foxing in prelims. Owners name on free endpaper. At least VG A heavy book weighing c1100g when suitably parcelled, thus exceeding the default weight of 1000g for the postage quotation, and invoking a request for the extra postage at cost at time of order ( or can be supplied on request ) if to be sent overseas or by UK 1st class post ( 2nd class Uk post not affected ). .…

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. First Edition. the book is edge worn foxing and somewhat age related marks. ownership inscription. sound binding. heavy, may require extra postage. [SK]. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Plants and Man' is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the vital link between human society and the botanical world. Written by the esteemed botanist F.O. Bower, this work bridges the gap between technical science and general knowledge, explaining how plants serve as the ultimate source of energy and materials for all human endeavors. From the fundamental process of photosynthesis to the complex structures of trees and the development of agricultural crops, Bower illuminates the intricate mechanisms that allow plants to flourish and, in turn, sustain human life.The book delves into the economic importance of vegetation, covering topics such as timber production, the cultivation of food plants, and the diverse ways in which plant products are utilized in industry and daily life. Beyond their utilitarian value, Bower also considers the aesthetic and environmental significance of the plant kingdom, offering readers a profound appreciation for the natural world. 'Plants and Man' remains a significant contribution to the field of botany, providing a timeless look at the biological foundations of our civilization. It is an essential read for anyone interested in natural history, ecology, and the enduring connection between humanity and the environment.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Plants and Man: A Series of Essays Relating to the Botany of Ordinary Life' is a profound exploration of the intricate connections between the plant kingdom and human existence. Written by the distinguished botanist F. O. Bower, this collection of essays delves into the fundamental principles of botany through the lens of everyday experience. The work bridges the gap between scientific inquiry and the common observation of the natural world, illustrating how plants sustain life, influence industry, and shape the environment.Bower meticulously examines various aspects of botanical science, from the development of seeds and the mechanics of growth to the vital roles plants play in providing food, fiber, and aesthetic beauty. The essays are crafted to be accessible to the general reader while maintaining a high level of scientific integrity, making complex biological concepts understandable through familiar examples found in gardens, fields, and forests.By emphasizing the 'botany of ordinary life,' the author highlights the indispensable nature of vegetation in human history and progress. 'Plants and Man' serves as both an educational resource and a literary appreciation of the green world, offering timeless insights into the biological foundations that support our civilization. It remains an essential read for those interested in the history of science, the natural world, and the enduring bond between humanity and the flora that surrounds us.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

XII/365 S./3 Bl. (Vlgs.-Anz.), goldgepr. OLn. m. Front. u. zahlr. Textabb. u. Taf.; Bibl.-Expl. m. Aufkl. auf R., Ex Libris recto Vorsatz u. Blindst. auf Titelbl., eine beigefügte Leihkarte zeigt 8 Ausleihungen, ohne Anstreichungen oder Randnotizen; Kapitale u. Ecken leicht bestoßen, sonst gutes Expl. Sprache: Englisch / Language: English.…

Hardcover. Zustand: New. 1st Edition. Contents: 1. A general outlook. 2. The green leaf. 3. The plant body as a whole. 4. The unlimited scheme of the plant body. 5. The fixed position of the plant body. 6. The seasons. 7. Meadow and pasture. 8. Woodland. 9. Moor and mountain. 10. The seashore. 11. Golf links and playing fields. 12. The flower garden. 13. The kitchen garden. 14. Dessert fruits. 15. Cereal grains. 16. Vegetable foods. 17. Mechanical construction of plants a the turgescent cell. 18. Mechanical construction of plants (B) the columnar stem. 19. Mechanical construction of plants (C) the leaf and root. The interest of educated people in naturally enlisted in a subject so intimately related to ordinary life as is the study of plants. That interest only requires to be kept alive, or perhaps stimulated. It should not be quenched either by the exposition of what is merely title and popular, or by presentment in a style that is too technical and abstract. It had long been the intention of the author to attempt the difficult task of preparing some statement, stripped as far as possible of technicalities, which should nevertheless reflect the current outlook on some of the fundamental features of the Science of Botany. The present aim is to explain, of the general reader, in very general terms, how plants fabricate for their own life commodities that Man finds so useful in his. The intention is to give a bird's eye view of these far-reaching processes, though in some instances we shall willing be led into details : as for example in the case of the green plant cell, whence ultimately all organized living things draw their food. (jacket). …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Plants and Man: A Series of Essays Relating to the Botany of Ordinary Life' is a profound exploration of the intricate connections between the plant kingdom and human existence. Written by the distinguished botanist F. O. Bower, this collection of essays delves into the fundamental principles of botany through the lens of everyday experience. The work bridges the gap between scientific inquiry and the common observation of the natural world, illustrating how plants sustain life, influence industry, and shape the environment.Bower meticulously examines various aspects of botanical science, from the development of seeds and the mechanics of growth to the vital roles plants play in providing food, fiber, and aesthetic beauty. The essays are crafted to be accessible to the general reader while maintaining a high level of scientific integrity, making complex biological concepts understandable through familiar examples found in gardens, fields, and forests.By emphasizing the 'botany of ordinary life,' the author highlights the indispensable nature of vegetation in human history and progress. 'Plants and Man' serves as both an educational resource and a literary appreciation of the green world, offering timeless insights into the biological foundations that support our civilization. It remains an essential read for those interested in the history of science, the natural world, and the enduring bond between humanity and the flora that surrounds us.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Plants and Man' is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the vital link between human society and the botanical world. Written by the esteemed botanist F.O. Bower, this work bridges the gap between technical science and general knowledge, explaining how plants serve as the ultimate source of energy and materials for all human endeavors. From the fundamental process of photosynthesis to the complex structures of trees and the development of agricultural crops, Bower illuminates the intricate mechanisms that allow plants to flourish and, in turn, sustain human life.The book delves into the economic importance of vegetation, covering topics such as timber production, the cultivation of food plants, and the diverse ways in which plant products are utilized in industry and daily life. Beyond their utilitarian value, Bower also considers the aesthetic and environmental significance of the plant kingdom, offering readers a profound appreciation for the natural world. 'Plants and Man' remains a significant contribution to the field of botany, providing a timeless look at the biological foundations of our civilization. It is an essential read for anyone interested in natural history, ecology, and the enduring connection between humanity and the environment.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…