Botany for Ladies by Mrs. Loudon
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"Botany for Ladies" by Mrs. Loudon is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a popular introduction to the natural classification of plants, aiming to make the study of botany accessible and enjoyable, particularly for women who, like the author, may have found traditional botanical systems intimidating. The book focuses on familiar plants commonly found in British gardens, providing a foundational understanding of their classifications and
features. The opening of the book presents the author's personal journey from struggling with the complex Linnean system of botany to discovering the natural classification that sparked her interest. Mrs. Loudon shares her frustration with learning botany but highlights her determination to understand it. The beginning emphasizes the joy and satisfaction that come from learning about plants and encourages readers to engage with nature to develop a deeper appreciation for the beauty of the floral world. She advocates for learning through experience and observation, demonstrating her heartfelt commitment to guiding beginners in botany. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Loudon, Mrs. (Jane), 1807-1858 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 05025369 |
| Title |
Botany for Ladies or, A Popular Introduction to the Natural System of Plants, According to the Classification of De Candolle. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QK: Science: Botany |
| Subject | Botany |
| Subject | Plants -- Classification |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47039 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-47039-9 |
| Release Date | Oct 4, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1098 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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