Field Book of Western Wild Flowers by Margaret Armstrong and J. J. Thornber
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"Field Book of Western Wild Flowers" by Margaret Armstrong and J. J. Thornber is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work aims to document and provide a popular field guide to the diverse wild flowers found in the western United States, particularly in areas west of the Rocky Mountains. It features detailed descriptions and illustrations of various flower species that thrive in different environments, offering insight into their
beauty and ecological significance. The opening of the book introduces readers to the purpose and scope of the work, stating that it represents a comprehensive attempt to catalog the common wild flowers of the western U.S. In it, the authors discuss the variety of climates and ecosystems within this vast region, from deserts to mountain gardens, showcasing the ability of plants to adapt and thrive in challenging environments. The preface also mentions the collaboration between Armstrong, a botanical illustrator, and Professor Thornber, highlighting the book’s accessibility for both general readers and scientists. Thus, it sets a foundation for exploring the richly illustrated content that follows, aiming to engage both casual flower enthusiasts and serious botanists alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Armstrong, Margaret, 1867-1944 |
|---|---|
| Author | Thornber, J. J. (John James), 1872-1962 |
| Title | Field Book of Western Wild Flowers |
| Note | Illustrated by Armstrong. |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Bergquist, Wayne Hammond and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QK: Science: Botany |
| Subject | Flowers -- West (U.S.) |
| Subject | Flowers -- West (U.S.) -- Pictorial works |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47971 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-47971-2 |
| Release Date | Jan 14, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1134 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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