{"title":"Estrela Figueiredo","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the remarkable world of Estrela Figueiredo, an acclaimed author whose works captivate enthusiasts of \u003cem\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/em\u003e. Known for her insightful exploration of botany, Estrela Figueiredo has made significant contributions to the study of plant life, particularly within Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable works is \u003cem\u003ePlant Collectors in Angola\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling book that delves into the fascinating history and role of botanists in Angola's diverse ecological landscape. Through her narratives, Estrela brings to life the stories of passionate plant collectors and the rich variety of flora they have uncovered in this part of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are intrigued by the wonders of nature and the dedicated individuals who study it, Estrela Figueiredo's books offer an enlightening journey. Her writings are perfect for both seasoned naturalists and those newly curious about the field.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"plant-collectors-in-angola-by-estrela-figueiredo-9780226832081","title":"Plant Collectors in Angola","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn authoritative treatise on the history of botanical studies and exploration in Angola.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor any region, cataloguing, interpreting, and understanding the history of botanical exploration and plant collecting, and the preserved specimens that were amassed as a result, are critically important for research and conservation. In this book, published in cooperation with the International Association for Plant Taxonomy, Estrela Figueiredo and Gideon F. Smith, both botanists with expertise in the taxonomy of African plants, provide the first comprehensive, contextualised account of plant collecting in Angola, a large country in south-tropical Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn essential book for anyone concerned with the biodiversity and history of Africa, this authoritative work offers insights into the lives, times, and endeavours of 358 collectors. In addition, the authors present analyses of the records that accompanied the collectors' preserved specimens. Illustrated in colour throughout, \u003cem\u003ePlant Collectors in Angola\u003c\/em\u003e fills a large gap in the current knowledge of the botanical and exploration history of Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854760956140,"sku":"9780226832081","price":85.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/765d953735feb7c9a1c7c7a7576d5f83.jpg?v=1759265383"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/estrela-figueiredo.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}