| Editor |
Dickinson, Asa Don, 1876-1960 |
| Title |
Wild Flowers Worth Knowing |
| Note |
Adapted from Nature's Garden by Asa Don Dickinson |
| Credits |
Produced by Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary |
"Wild Flowers Worth Knowing" by Neltje Blanchan is a comprehensive guidebook on wildflowers that likely emerged during the early 20th century. This work showcases various species of wildflowers, detailing their characteristics, habitats, and the roles they play within the ecosystem, emphasizing their significance and beauty in nature. The opening of the book includes a preface that establishes the purpose of the text: to foster an understanding and appreciation for wildflowers among readers. It introduces the idea that wildflowers are not only aesthetically pleasing but also vital for the perpetuation and improvement of their species, drawing parallels to human life principles. Specific references are made to various families of wildflowers, along with insights into their adaptive mechanisms for survival and reproduction in the wild. The content sets the stage for a journey through nature’s garden, inviting readers to explore and connect with the flora surrounding them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QK: Science: Botany |
| Subject |
Wild flowers -- North America |
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8866 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Aug 19, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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