Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs Of The Botanic Garden At Chelsea is a book written by Henry Field. It is a comprehensive account of the history and development of the Botanic Garden at Chelsea, one of the most famous and influential botanical gardens in the world. The book covers the period from the garden's founding in the 17th century to the present day, and includes detailed descriptions of the plants, flowers, and trees that have been cultivated there over the centuries. It also provides insights into the social and cultural context of the garden, including its role in the development of botany as a scientific discipline, and its importance as a place of leisure and recreation for the people of London. The book is richly illustrated with photographs, drawings, and maps, and is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of botany or the cultural history of London.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
