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PLANTS AND EMPIRE
COLONIAL BIOPROSPECTING IN THE ATLANTIC WORLD |
| By: |
Londa Schiebinger |
| Format: |
Hardback |
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£25.95 |
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| ISBN 10: |
0674014871 |
| ISBN 13: |
9780674014879 |
| Publisher: |
HARVARD UNIVERSITY PRESS |
| Pub. date: |
30 October, 2004 |
| Pages: |
320 |
| Description: |
Plants seldom figure in the grand narratives of war, peace, or even everyday life, yet they are often at the center of high intrigue. In the 18th century, epic scientific voyages were sponsored by European imperial powers to explore the natural riches of the New World and uncover the botanical secrets of its people. This work covers this topic. |
| Synopsis: |
Plants seldom figure in the grand narratives of war, peace, or even everyday life, yet they are often at the center of high intrigue. In the 18th century, epic scientific voyages were sponsored by European imperial powers to explore the natural riches of the New World and uncover the botanical secrets of its people. Bioprospectors brought back medicines, luxuries, and staples for their king and country. Risking their lives to discover exotic plants, these daredevil explorers joined with their sponsors to create a global culture of botany. |
| Illustrations: |
20 halftones |
| Publication: |
US |
| Imprint: |
Harvard University Press |
| Returns: |
Non-returnable |
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