| Author |
Seward, A. C. (Albert Charles), 1863-1941 |
| LoC No. |
12002741
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| Title |
Links With the Past in the Plant World
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tom Cosmas
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| Summary |
"Links With the Past in the Plant World" by A. C. Seward is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book addresses the antiquity of existing plant species and explores the connections between modern flora and their prehistoric ancestors, utilizing geological evidence to illustrate these relationships. It aims to engage readers already interested in botany and to encourage further study of the history of plants. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of plant longevity and the ancient lineage of various species. A.C. Seward begins by reflecting on the lifespan of trees and contrasting it with human history, establishing a theme of continuity between the past and present within the plant kingdom. He illustrates the deep connections between modern trees and their historical counterparts, discussing specific examples of notable ancient trees and their longevity, while emphasizing the remarkable capacity of certain plants to endure through geological timeframes. Overall, the beginning invites readers to contemplate the intricate links between living plants and their deep-rooted histories, foreshadowing a detailed examination of plant evolution throughout the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QE: Science: Geology
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| LoC Class |
QK: Science: Botany
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| Subject |
Plants -- Great Britain
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| Subject |
Paleobotany -- Great Britain
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
62521 |
| Release Date |
Jun 29, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jul 2, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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