Wild Flowers We Know

Wild Flowers We Know

Thornton W. Burgess

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Editorial:
Tradd Street Press
Año de edición:
2026
Materia
Árboles, flores silvestres y plantas
ISBN:
9781026086780
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'Wild Flowers We Know' is an engaging and educational guide to the diverse flora found in the North American landscape. Authored by the celebrated nature writer Thornton W. Burgess, this work serves as an accessible introduction to botany, designed to foster a deep appreciation for the natural world in readers of all ages. The book highlights various species of wildflowers, detailing their unique characteristics, habitats, and the seasons in which they bloom.Through his signature storytelling approach and keen observation of the environment, Burgess transforms scientific facts into a captivating exploration of the outdoors. Readers are invited to discover the beauty of common plants that are often overlooked, from the vibrant colors of the meadow to the delicate blossoms of the forest floor. 'Wild Flowers We Know' remains a valuable resource for amateur naturalists, educators, and families seeking to identify and understand the botanical treasures found in their own backyards. This classic work stands as a testament to the importance of nature conservation and the simple joy of botanical discovery.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 may 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.

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