Verwandte Artikel zu A History of Inventions and Discoveries, Vol. 3 of...
Inhaltsangabe
Excerpt from A History of Inventions and Discoveries, Vol. 3 of 4
But even supposing that I may be mistaken, for I do not pretend to have examined this subject very minutely, I think I may with great pro hability venture to assert, that the modern taste for flowers came from Persia to Constantinople, and was imported thence to Europe, for the first time, in the sixteenth century. At any rate, we find that the greater part Of the productions Of our' flower-gardens were conveyed to us by that channel. Clusius and his friends, in particular, contributed very much to excite this taste; and the new plants brought from both the Indies by the travellers who then continued still more fre quently to visit these countries, tended to ih crease it. That period also produced some skilful gardeners, who carried on a considerable trade with the roots and seeds of flowers; and these likewise assisted to render it more general. Among these were John and Vespasian Robin, gardeners to Henry IV of France,' and-emanuel Sweert, gardener to the emperor Rodolphus II,1' from whom the botanists Of that time procured many rarities, as appears from different passages of their works. As this taste for flowers prevails more at present than at any former period, a short history of some of the objects of it may not be disagreeable, perhaps, to many of my readers.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Die Inhaltsangabe kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
Suchergebnisse für A History of Inventions and Discoveries, Vol. 3 of...
Foto des Verkäufers
A History of Inventions and Discoveries, Vol. 3 of 4 (Classic Reprint)
Print-on-DemandAnbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Verkäuferbewertung 5 von 5 Sternen
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an original and thorough review of the historical origins of institutions designed to serve society's needs, such as libraries, academies of science, charitable foundations, and museums. The author expertly sets this historical exploration within a broader context of how and why humans have organized themselves to solve problems. It also analyzes the ideas and beliefs that motivated patrons, founders, and designers to create institutions that have become so central to human life and culture. The author suggests that the development of these institutions needs to be understood as a long-term process with roots in the distant past. This book shows how the ideas and practices of the past continue to shape our attitudes and beliefs in the present day. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780259222903_0
Neu kaufen
EUR 22,50
Versand gratis
Versand von Vereinigtes Königreich nach USA
Versand von Vereinigtes Königreich nach USA
Anzahl: Mehr als 20 verfügbar
Beispielbild für diese ISBN
A History of Inventions and Discoveries, Vol 3 of 4 Classic Reprint
Anbieter: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, USA
Verkäuferbewertung 5 von 5 Sternen
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9780259222903
Beispielbild für diese ISBN
A History of Inventions and Discoveries, Vol 3 of 4 Classic Reprint
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Verkäuferbewertung 5 von 5 Sternen
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9780259222903
Neu kaufen
EUR 31,69
EUR 6,02 Versand
Versand von Vereinigtes Königreich nach USA
Versand von Vereinigtes Königreich nach USA
Anzahl: 15 verfügbar