Of Books and Botany in Early Modern England

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The book explores the intricate relationship between early modern cultures and the cultivation of plants and books, emphasizing their historical interdependence. Through detailed analysis of sixteenth-century herbals, it provides a narrative that contextualizes the cultural practices of the time, revealing how plants and writing influenced each other. Knight highlights the complex interactions between materials and discourses, shedding light on a rarely examined connection in contemporary discussions.