Memoirs, Historical And Illustrative, Of The Botanic Garden At Chelsea

Memoirs, Historical and Illustrative, of the Botanic Garden at Chelsea: Belonging to the Society of Apothecaries of London is a book written by Henry Field and published in 1820. The book provides a detailed account of the history and development of the Chelsea Physic Garden, which was established in the 17th century as a place for the study and cultivation of medicinal plants. The author also discusses the various plants and herbs that were grown in the garden, as well as their uses in medicine and other industries. The book includes numerous illustrations and engravings of the garden and its plants, as well as portraits of the individuals who played important roles in its development. Overall, Memoirs, Historical and Illustrative, of the Botanic Garden at Chelsea offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of London's most important botanical institutions.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.