The Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: A History From 1845 To 1970
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: R.T.M. Pescott
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Inscription to previous owner in FEP, spine is sun-faded.
This historical account chronicles the foundational years and subsequent evolution of The Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: A History From 1845 To 1970. It details the significant horticultural advancements and the visionary individuals who shaped this iconic institution over more than a century. The narrative presents a comprehensive overview of the garden's development, from its initial planning stages to its establishment as a world-renowned botanical landmark. Readers will find an authoritative record illustrating the challenges and triumphs faced by its curators and staff, alongside its enduring cultural impact. This work offers an essential perspective on the intersection of natural science, landscape design, and public heritage.
Author: R.T.M. Pescott
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Inscription to previous owner in FEP, spine is sun-faded.
This historical account chronicles the foundational years and subsequent evolution of The Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: A History From 1845 To 1970. It details the significant horticultural advancements and the visionary individuals who shaped this iconic institution over more than a century. The narrative presents a comprehensive overview of the garden's development, from its initial planning stages to its establishment as a world-renowned botanical landmark. Readers will find an authoritative record illustrating the challenges and triumphs faced by its curators and staff, alongside its enduring cultural impact. This work offers an essential perspective on the intersection of natural science, landscape design, and public heritage.