1st Edition
The World of Carolus Clusius Natural History in the Making, 1550-1610
By Florike Egmond
Copyright 2010
320 Pages
by
Routledge
306 Pages
by
Routledge
320 Pages
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Routledge
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Egmond's study investigates horticultural techniques, fashions in the collection of rare plants, botanical experimentation and methods of scientific evaluation, as well as tracking the exchange of knowledge. Central to this activity is the figure of Carolus Clusius (1526-1609), the first truly scientific botanist.
Preface, Technical Note, Abbreviations, List of Figures, Introduction, I The Southern Netherlands, II Habsburg Women, III Italy, IV France, V Holland, VI Beyond Place, Conclusion, Notes, Works Cited, Index
Biography
Florike Egmond
