The History Of The World In 100 Plants

Author : Simon Barnes
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 439 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2022-10-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781398505490

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The History of the World in 100 Plants by Simon Barnes Pdf

From the author of The History of the World in 100 Animals, a BBC Radio Four Book of the Week, comes an inspirational new book that looks at the 100 plants that have had the greatest impact on humanity, stunningly illustrated throughout. As humans, we hold the planet in the palms of ours hands. But we still consume the energy of the sun in the form of food. The sun is available for consumption because of plants. Plants make food from the sun by the process of photosynthesis; nothing else in the world can do this. We eat plants, or we do so at second hand, by eating the eaters of plants. Plants give us food. Plants take in carbon dioxide and push out oxygen: they give us the air we breathe, direct the rain that falls and moderate the climate. Plants also give us shelter, beauty, comfort, meaning, buildings, boats, containers, musical instruments, medicines and religious symbols. We use flowers for love, we use flowers for death. The fossils of plants power our industries and our transport. Across history we have used plants to store knowledge, to kill, to fuel wars, to change our state of consciousness, to indicate our status. The first gun was a plant, we got fire from plants, we have enslaved people for the sake of plants. We humans like to see ourselves as a species that has risen above the animal kingdom, doing what we will with the world. But we couldn’t live for a day without plants. Our past is all about plants, our present is all tied up with plants; and without plants there is no future. From the mighty oak to algae, from cotton to coca here are a hundred reasons why.

Author : Simon Barnes
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2024-04-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781398518926

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How to be a Bad Botanist by Simon Barnes Pdf

Can you tell a tomato from a grape? Lawn from an oak tree? Then congratulations - you are a botanist. Self-confessed bad birdwatcher Simon Barnes thought he knew nothing about plants. He didn't object to them: trees are interesting, because birds perch in them; plants are useful as they create habitats and birds live in habitats. But while admiring the tenacity of some sea kale and yellow-horned poppy to thrive on an inhospitable shingle beach, he was struck by a truth - it all begins with plants. In this funny and inspiring book, Simon Barnes tells the story of a lifelong relationship with plants, and the realisation of the fact. Taking us from thinking ourselves ignorant about plants, to gently starting to observe seasons, patterns and places, Barnes guides us on a journey to better observing the beauty and diversity of the natural world. Both a primer on how to appreciate the plants around us and an exploration on how they make our external and interior worlds, How to be a Bad Botanist opens our eyes to the wonders around us. Plants are everywhere, in every part of your life, and you know more than you think.

Author : Toby Musgrave,Will Musgrave
Publisher : Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0304354430

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An Empire of Plants by Toby Musgrave,Will Musgrave Pdf

A beautiful presentation of a fascinating subject. “Compelling....History buffs should find it engrossing. Beautifully reproduced illustrations, including photographs, paintings, and prints, accompany the lively writing and enrich the narrative.”—Booklist. “It's fun, glossy, rigor-ous and scholarly...stark and fascinating.”—Publishers Weekly.

Author : Simon Barnes
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 505 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2022-05-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9781643139166

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A History of the World in 100 Animals by Simon Barnes Pdf

Fully illustrated in color, a fascinating exploration of the one hundred animals that have had the most profound influence on humanity throughout the ages. We are not alone. We are not alone on the planet. We are not alone in the countryside. We are not alone in cities. We are not alone in our homes. We are humans and we love the idea of our uniqueness. But the fact is that we humans are as much members of the animal kingdom as the cats and dogs we surround ourselves with, the cows and the fish we eat, and the bees who pollinate so many of our food-plants. In The History of the World in 100 Animals, award-winning author Simon Barnes selects the one hundred animals who have had the greatest impact on humanity and on whom humanity has had the greatest effect. He shows how we have domesticated animals for food and for transport, and how animals powered agriculture, making civilisation possible. A species of flea came close to destroying human civilisation in Europe, while the slaughter of a species of bovines was used to create one civilisation and destroy another. He explains how pigeons made possible the biggest single breakthrough in the history of human thought. In short, he charts the close relationship between humans and animals, finding examples from around the planet that bring the story of life on earth vividly to life, with great insight and understanding. The heresy of human uniqueness has led us across the millennia along the path of destruction. This book, beautifully illustrated throughout, helps us to understand our place in the world better, so that we might do a better job of looking after it. That might save the polar bears, the modern emblem of impending loss and destruction. It might even save ourselves.

Author : The Xerces Society
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
Page : 570 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2021-04-20
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781635862744

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100 Plants to Feed the Monarch by The Xerces Society Pdf

The plight of the monarch butterfly has captured public attention and sparked widespread interest in helping to save their dwindling populations. In this in-depth portrait of the monarch butterfly—covering its life cycle, its remarkable relationship with milkweed, its extraordinary migration, and the threats it now faces due to habitat loss and climate change—detailed instructions on how to design and create monarch-friendly landscapes are enriched by guidance on observing and understanding butterfly behavior and habits. Following the model of their previous best-selling book, 100 Plants to Feed the Bees, the Xerces Society provides at-a-glance profiles of the plant species that provide monarchs with nourishment. The plants, which are all commercially available, range from dozens of species of milkweed—the only food of monarch caterpillars—to numerous flowering plants, shrubs, and trees that provide nectar for the adult butterfly, including those that bloom in late season and sustain monarchs in their great migration. Gorgeous photographs of monarchs and plants, plus illustrations, maps, and garden plans, make this a visually engaging guide.

Author : Ben Hoare
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2022-10-11
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780744079005

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The Secret World of Plants by Ben Hoare Pdf

A timeless treasury of more than 100 stories from the incredible kingdom of plants, told by author and nature expert Ben Hoare. Plants are found almost everywhere on Earth, but to many people their lives are a mystery. Learn how seagrass flowers underwater, how the Venus flytrap counts to make sure it catches its prey, and why some tulips used to cost more than a house! This fascinating book for kids explores the vast plant kingdom and explains how plants work, as well as the weird and wonderful relationships they have with animals. Children can discover the secrets of more than 100 amazing plants in this treasury of fascinating flora, as well as the essentials of plant science, including photosynthesis, pollination, and germination. Each species is shown with remarkable photography and beautiful illustrations, all brought to life by Ben Hoare’s writing, filled with charm and infectious enthusiasm. This nature book for children ages 7+ features: - An eye-catching holographic cover, gilded edges, and stunning photography and illustrations, making it the perfect gift - A wide range of incredible plants and trees from all around the world - Illustrated diagrams to support definitions of different types of plants - Introductory reference pages that explain key topics such as photosynthesis This book is a must for any child interested in the natural world and the plants that grow in it. Plants provide us with food, fuel, and medicine, and without them, life as we know it would not exist. From orchids that grow vanilla pods to leaves that look like stones, and from bamboo that can be made into clothes to moss that soaks up vast amounts of carbon dioxide, plants shape our world in an endless variety of ways.

Author : Plant World Association,Wild Flower Preservation Society
Publisher : Wentworth Press
Page : 70 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2019-03-22
Category : History
ISBN : 1010656678

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The Plant World; by Plant World Association,Wild Flower Preservation Society Pdf

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Author : Plant World Association,Wild Flower Preservation Society,Wild Flower Preservation Society of Amer
Publisher : Palala Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2016-05-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1358530149

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The Plant World, Volume 11 by Plant World Association,Wild Flower Preservation Society,Wild Flower Preservation Society of Amer Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Plant World Association,Wild Flower Preservation Society
Publisher : Wentworth Press
Page : 488 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2016-08-28
Category : History
ISBN : 1372477063

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PLANT WORLD by Plant World Association,Wild Flower Preservation Society Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Crops
ISBN : 1135004846

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The Cultural History of Plants by Anonim Pdf

Author : Plant World Association,Wild Flower Preservation Society
Publisher : Palala Press
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02-22
Category : History
ISBN : 1378510593

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The Plant World; by Plant World Association,Wild Flower Preservation Society Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Christophe Wiart
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2023-12-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781003819486

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Handbook of Medicinal Plants of the World for Aging by Christophe Wiart Pdf

Handbook of Medicinal Plants of the World for Aging: Botany, Ethnopharmacology, Natural Products, and Molecular Pathways provides an unprecedented comprehensive overview of more than 100 plants used globally as medicine with the potential to prevent premature aging. This handbook covers the pathophysiology of aging from the molecular and cellular to the organ levels, as well as the current state of knowledge about the modes of action of natural products from plants on the pathophysiological pathways related to the (i) cardiovascular system and metabolism, (ii) central nervous system, (iii) kidneys, (iv) bones, (v) skin and hair, and (vi) immune system. Medicinal plants are presented alphabetically. For each plant is indicated the botanical family, synonyms, and common names in English, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. For each plant, the reader will also find the part used, active principles, medical history, contemporary medicinal uses, as well as pharmacological, clinical, and toxicological studies. The bibliographical references have been carefully selected for their relevance. This handbook is intended for medical doctors, nurses, pharmacists, dieticians, and nutritionists, as well as readers with interest in health food and herbs. FEATURES • Alphabetical presentation of over 100 medicinal plants and the pharmacological rationales for their uses for aging • Discusses the medical history, current medicinal uses, and potential candidates for the prevention of premature aging • Introduces the molecular mechanism of natural products on the pathophysiology of aging • Contains a selection of bibliographic references • A useful research tool for postgraduates, academics, and the pharmaceutical, herbal, or nutrition industries Handbook of Medicinal Plants of the World for Aging: Botany, Ethnopharmacology, Natural Products, and Molecular Pathways presents comment sections that invite further research and reflection on the fascinating and timely subject of herbals for healthy aging. This is an ideal reference text for medicinal plant enthusiasts.

Author : David Worth 1849 Dennis
Publisher : Wentworth Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-28
Category : History
ISBN : 1372776222

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NATURE STUDY 100 LESSONS ABT P by David Worth 1849 Dennis Pdf

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Author : Plant World Association
Publisher : Hardpress Publishing
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2013-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1314681869

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The Plant World... Volume 18 by Plant World Association Pdf

Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Author : Chris Beardshaw
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2019-09-07
Category : Plants
ISBN : 190650671X

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100 Plants That (almost) Changed the World by Chris Beardshaw Pdf

* The tales of 100 plants recounted that will transform how we view and value plants* The author Chris Beardshaw is one of the leading lights in the world of gardening From cars made of carrot to tea-smuggling spies; Popeye's spinach to the hallucinogenic effects of lettuce, renowned garden expert Chris Beardshaw takes us on a journey though history's most fascinating plants, flowers, vegetables and herbs: the ones that changed the world, the ones that almost did, and the ones that certainly didn't! Ranging from Roman times to present day and even covering future plant-inventions, 100 Plants that (almost) changed the World is a fascinating compendium of stories about the plants and vegetables we see, nurture and consume every day. If you have ever wondered why carrots are supposed to help you see in the dark or why we hang fairy lights and decorations on our Christmas trees then this is the book for you a fun and quirky new volume that offers unique exploration of our planets most fascinating plants.