The Wild Flowers of California: Their Names, Haunts, and Habits by Parsons
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About this eBook
| Author | Parsons, Mary Elizabeth, 1859-1947 |
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| Illustrator | Buck, Margaret Warriner, 1857-1929 |
| Title | The Wild Flowers of California: Their Names, Haunts, and Habits |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Produced by Bryan Ness, Mark Young and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Summary | "The Wild Flowers of California: Their Names, Haunts, and Habits" by Mary Elizabeth Parsons is a botanical guide written in the late 19th century. This work aims to educate readers about the diverse wildflowers of California, detailing not only their names but also their habitats and growth habits. It includes illustrations by Margaret Warriner Buck, enhancing the educational experience and bringing the flowers to life. At the start of the book, Parsons introduces the profound significance of flowers in nature, illustrating their vital role in the ecosystem and their aesthetic beauty. She observes that the study of wildflowers offers unparalleled joy and connection to the natural world, inspiring readers to shift their understanding of botany from a tedious academic exercise to a rich and delightful pursuit. The opening also emphasizes the unique and varied flora of California, encouraging exploration and appreciation of the state's vibrant wildflower population. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QK: Science: Botany |
| Subject | Wild flowers -- California |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38886 |
| Release Date | Feb 15, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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