Herbals, Their Origin And Evolution

Herbals, Their Origin and Evolution: A Chapter in the History of Botany, 1470-1670 (1912) is a book written by Agnes Arber that explores the history and evolution of herbals, which are books that describe the medicinal and culinary uses of plants. The book covers the period from 1470 to 1670, which was a time of great change and innovation in the field of botany.Arber begins by discussing the origins of herbals, which can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as the Greeks and Romans. She then goes on to describe how herbals evolved over time, with new discoveries and innovations leading to the development of more accurate and detailed descriptions of plants.The book also covers the role of herbals in medicine and how they were used to treat various ailments. Arber discusses the different types of herbals that were produced during this period, including those that were illustrated with detailed drawings of plants.Overall, Herbals, Their Origin and Evolution provides a comprehensive overview of the history of herbals and their importance in the development of botany and medicine. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science or the study of plants.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.