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Exploring For Plants by David Fairchild (Cloth, 1931) Exploration & Travel
By David Fairchild
Cloth • MacMillan
Description
Title: Exploring For Plants
Author/Publisher: David Fairchild, MacMillan
Publication Year: 1931
Format: Illustrated Cloth
Synopsis
"Exploring For Plants" by David Fairchild is a pivotal non-fiction work from 1931, inviting adult readers on a journey through the pioneering world of botanical discovery. Authored by the celebrated American plant explorer, David Fairchild, this vintage volume chronicles his extensive travels and tireless efforts to introduce new and beneficial plant species to Western agriculture and horticulture.
As an influential figure in the US Department of Agriculture, Fairchild's expeditions spanned continents, bringing back thousands of plants that shaped modern farming and gardens. This original edition captures the spirit of early 20th-century botanical exploration, offering first-hand accounts of his adventures and discoveries.
- Botanical Expeditions: Delve into Fairchild's personal narratives of his global journeys, detailing the challenges and triumphs of seeking out unknown and valuable flora across diverse landscapes.
- The World's Flora: Discover insights into the vast array of plants encountered, from exotic fruits and grains to ornamental shrubs, and the scientific rationale behind their selection and introduction.
- Illustrated Discoveries: Enhance the understanding of Fairchild's explorations through accompanying illustrations, providing visual context to the described environments, plants, and people he encountered.
This original 1931 edition represents a fascinating piece of botanical history and an engaging account of early global exploration. It will appeal to collectors of vintage travelogues, horticulture enthusiasts, and those interested in the foundational figures of American agricultural development.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Cloth |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | MacMillan |
| Signed | No |
| Subject | Exploration & Travel |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Exploring For Plants |
| Personalised | No |
| Year Printed | 1931 |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
| Original/Facsimile | Original |
| Special Attributes | Illustrated |
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