Publisher's Synopsis
The Phytogeography of Nebraska, Part 1: General Survey (1897) is a book written by Roscoe Pound that provides a comprehensive overview of the plant life in Nebraska. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of the state's phytogeography. The first chapter provides an introduction to the study of phytogeography and its importance in understanding the distribution of plant species. The second chapter discusses the physical geography of Nebraska, including its climate, soils, and topography. The following chapters focus on specific regions within Nebraska, such as the Sand Hills, the Loess Hills, and the Missouri River Valley. Each region is described in detail, with information on the plant communities that inhabit them, as well as the factors that influence their distribution. The book also includes a chapter on the history of plant exploration in Nebraska, which provides insight into the early botanists and their contributions to the field. Throughout the book, Pound provides detailed descriptions of the plant species found in Nebraska, including their scientific names, common names, and characteristics. The book is illustrated with numerous black and white photographs and maps, which help to visualize the different plant communities and regions. Overall, The Phytogeography of Nebraska, Part 1: General Survey (1897) is an important resource for anyone interested in the plant life of Nebraska, and a valuable contribution to the field of phytogeography.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.
