Notizie del pubblico giardino de' semplici di Padova compilate intorno l'anno…

"Notizie del pubblico giardino de' semplici di Padova compilate intorno l'anno…" by Giovanni Marsili is a historical account likely written in the 18th century. The book details the origin and evolution of the Botanical Garden of Padua, one of the earliest botanical gardens in Europe, established in the mid-16th century. It reflects on the significant contributions of various botanists and professors who have overseen the garden, emphasizing the importance of botanical study and the collection of plant species. The narrative chronicles the foundation of the garden, highlighting its establishment in 1545, its initial caretakers, and the notable figures who contributed to its growth. Marsili provides detailed descriptions of the plant species cultivated, the garden's architecture, and its various restorations over the years, underscoring its role as a center for botanical education and research. The text also includes rich histories of individual plants and their introduction to the European horticultural landscape, making it a valuable resource for understanding the botanical history and its significance in the early modern world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Marsili, Giovanni, 1727-1795
Title Notizie del pubblico giardino de' semplici di Padova compilate intorno l'anno 1771
Credits Produced In Memory of Sabine Glaser
Reading Level Reading ease score: 16.9 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
Language Italian
LoC Class QK: Science: Botany
Subject Botanical gardens -- Italy -- Padua
Category Text
eBook-No. 15139
Release Date
Last Update Jan 26, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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