Beautiful Ferns by Daniel Cady Eaton
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"Beautiful Ferns" by Daniel Cady Eaton is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work focuses on describing a wide variety of ferns, showcasing original water-color drawings, and providing detailed botanical descriptions alongside the illustrated species. The book serves as both a reference guide for ferns found in North America and a visual celebration of their beauty. The opening of the book introduces the reader to a selection of
ferns, beginning with the American Maiden-Hair, which is characterized by its graceful fronds and growing habitat in rich, moist woods. Eaton provides a thorough botanical description, including the fern's root structure, frond characteristics, and geographical distribution. The text emphasizes both the aesthetic appeal and the scientific importance of these plants, which are illustrated in vibrant watercolors, undergoing meticulous descriptions that highlight their unique features and natural environments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Eaton, Daniel Cady, 1834-1895 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Emerton, J. H. (James Henry), 1847-1930 |
| Illustrator | Faxon, Charles Edward, 1846-1918 |
| Title | Beautiful Ferns |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson 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: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QK: Science: Botany |
| Subject | Ferns -- United States |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45110 |
| Release Date | Mar 10, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 353 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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