A History And Revision Of The Roses Of North America (1885)

''A History and Revision of the Roses of North America'' is a comprehensive book written by Sereno Watson and first published in 1885. The book is a detailed account of the various species of roses that are native to North America. It provides a comprehensive history of the roses, their classification, and their distribution across the continent. The book also includes detailed descriptions of each species of rose, along with illustrations and photographs of the plants and their flowers. The author, Sereno Watson, was a renowned botanist and the curator of the Gray Herbarium at Harvard University. He was one of the foremost authorities on North American flora and had a particular interest in the study of roses. In this book, Watson draws on his extensive knowledge of the subject to provide a detailed and authoritative account of the roses of North America. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the subject. The first section provides an overview of the history of roses in North America, including their discovery and early cultivation by Native Americans. The second section covers the classification of roses, including their taxonomy and nomenclature. The third section provides detailed descriptions of each species of rose, along with information on their distribution, habitat, and ecology. Throughout the book, Watson provides a wealth of information on the various uses of roses, including their medicinal properties, their use in perfumes and cosmetics, and their role in horticulture. He also discusses the various threats to the survival of native roses, including habitat loss and the introduction of non-native species. Overall, ''A History and Revision of the Roses of North America'' is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of roses, botany, or North American flora. It is a well-written and informative book that remains a valuable reference work to this day.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.