[.ca] Great Natural History Books and Their Creators (ISBN 1584560908)

As beautifully illustrated at it is historically informative:
Jointly published by Oak Knoll Press and The British Library, Great Natural History Books And Their Creators by Ray Desmond (formerly Chief Librarian at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and Deputy Keeper of the Indian office Library), is an absorbing look at the creation of trailblazing natural history references, many of which required patrons to fund the intricate effort of gathering and presenting information with true scientific accuracy. From Besler's "Hortus Eystettensis" to Audubon's "Birds of America" and Thornton's "Temple of Flora," the process behind the creation of great works is examined closely with unique revelations about the lives of those who dedicated themselves to understanding more about the natural world. A work which is as beautifully illustrated at it is historically informative, Great Natural History Books And Their Creators is an ideal selection choice for Library Memorial Fund acquisitions.