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    Conrad Gessners Thierbuch. Die Originalzeichnungen
    The World of Carolus Clusius
    • 2010

      The World of Carolus Clusius

      Natural History in the Making, 1550-1610

      • 306 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Focusing on horticultural techniques and the collection of rare plants, the study delves into botanical experimentation and scientific evaluation methods. It highlights the exchange of knowledge in the field, with Carolus Clusius, the first scientific botanist, playing a pivotal role in these developments. The work explores the evolution of botanical practices and their impact on the scientific community.

      The World of Carolus Clusius