The Study of Plant Life

Author: Marie Carmichael Stopes
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 283

Book Description
Marie Carmichael Stopes's 'The Study of Plant Life' is a seminal work that delves into the intricate world of botany with a keen eye for detail and scientific accuracy. The book is a comprehensive guide to understanding plant anatomy, physiology, and growth behaviors, making it an essential read for students and enthusiasts alike. Stopes's writing style is both informative and engaging, with clear explanations and vivid descriptions that bring the subject matter to life. This book serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of the natural world and appreciate the beauty of plant life in all its forms. Stopes's expertise in botany shines through in this meticulously researched and thoughtfully composed work, making it a timeless classic in the field of plant science. 'The Study of Plant Life' is a must-read for anyone with a passion for botany or a curiosity about the natural world.

Plant Life Cycles (a True Book: Incredible Plants!)

Author: Mara Grunbaum
Publisher: Children's Press
ISBN: 9780531240083
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
An introduction to the life cycle of plants describes their path from seed or spore to plant and back to seed again, with information on photosynthesis and reproduction, and an activity for making a seed sprout.

The Secret Life of Plants

Author: Peter Tompkins
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 006287442X
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 420

Book Description
"Once in a while you find a book that stuns you. Its scope leaves you breathless. This is such a book." — John White, San Francisco Chronicle Explore the inner world of plants and its fascinating relation to mankind, as uncovered by the latest discoveries of science. In this truly revolutionary and beloved work, drawn from remarkable research, Peter Tompkins and Christopher Bird cast light on the rich psychic universe of plants. The Secret Life of Plants explores plants' response to human care and nurturing, their ability to communicate with man, plants' surprising reaction to music, their lie-detection abilities, their creative powers, and much more. Tompkins and Bird's classic book affirms the depth of humanity's relationship with nature and adds special urgency to the cause of protecting the environment that nourishes us.

Introduction to the Plant Life of Southern California

Author: Philip W. Rundel
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520241991
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 325

Book Description
Rundel introduces readers to the plant communities of the Southern California coastal areas and foothills, including color photos of 250 species and additional color habitat photos.

The Amazing Life Cycle of Plants

Author: Kay Barnham
Publisher: B.E.S. Publishing
ISBN: 9781438050430
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
"Follow the life cycle of a plant, from a tiny seed to a shoot growing taller and stronger until it is ready to make seeds of its own."--Page [4] of cover.

My Little Book of Life Cycles

Author: Camilla de la Bedoyere
Publisher: QEB Publishing
ISBN: 160992715X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 66

Book Description
How does an acorn grow into a tree? What does a baby sea horse eat? Discover the amazing stages of different life cycles and learn all about your favourite species with this stunning series. From plants and pets to exotic animals, readers will soon learn how different species are born, grow up and reproduce. Each book has amazing photographs, easy-to-understand text and discussion points for further learning.

The Puffin Book of 1000 Fun Facts

Author: Puffin Books
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 9351184056
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 179

Book Description
Discover some fascinating trivia in this compilation of 1000 fun facts from the worlds of science, literature, history, entertainment and more. This book reveals facts you may never have heard of before such as: which is the most ‘stolen’ book in the world, how can one marry a dead person, and how did the word ‘dude’ originate?

10 Plants that Shook the World

Author: Gillian Richardson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781554515202
Category : Plants and history
Languages : en
Pages : 129

Book Description
Plants might start out as leafy things growing in the earth, but they can come into our lives in unexpected ways. And believe it or not, some have even played an exciting role in our world's history. Discover how : -- - Corn fueled new technologies and turns up in thousands of everyday products -- The ten plants in this book are the source of profound changes in the world, both good and bad. Through vibrant illustrations and astonishing facts, you'll discover that without them, our lives today would be vastly different.

What are Sea Plants and Algae?

Author: Lynnae D. Steinberg
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica
ISBN: 1508103348
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35

Book Description

Magill's Encyclopedia of Science

Author: Bryan D. Ness
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781587650857
Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Surveys over 400 topics pertaining to the plant kingdom while providing a broad overview of the botany sciences, ecology, and other biological sciences.