Publisher's Synopsis
Wild Flowers, Where to Find, and How to Know Them: With Remarks on the Economical and Medicinal Uses of Our Native Plants is a book written by Spencer Thomson and published in 1864. The book is a comprehensive guide to identifying and understanding wildflowers in their natural habitats. It includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of over 200 different species of wildflowers found in the United Kingdom. The book is divided into two main sections. The first section focuses on identifying wildflowers and provides readers with tips and techniques for spotting and classifying different species. The second section of the book delves into the various uses of wildflowers, including their medicinal and economical properties. Thomson's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to readers of all levels of botanical knowledge. The illustrations and diagrams are also helpful in aiding readers to identify different species of wildflowers. Overall, Wild Flowers, Where to Find, and How to Know Them: With Remarks on the Economical and Medicinal Uses of Our Native Plants is an essential guide for anyone interested in botany, nature, or the outdoors. It is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and enthusiasts alike.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.