{"title":"Gideon F. Smith","description":"\u003cp\u003eGideon F. Smith is a distinguished author known for his insightful contributions to the field of botany, particularly in the rich and diverse landscapes of Angola. With a profound passion for botanical exploration, his works are a treasure trove of knowledge for anyone interested in the intricacies of plant life and natural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his book, \u003cem\u003ePlant Collectors in Angola\u003c\/em\u003e, Gideon F. Smith delves deep into the history and methods of plant collection in one of Africa's most botanically diverse regions. Through his engaging narrative, readers are introduced to the pioneering collectors who have ventured into Angola's verdant wilds, discovering and documenting plant species of remarkable variety and significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSmith's expertise in the science and nature genre is evident, making his books not only educational but also highly accessible for both academic readers and nature enthusiasts. His ability to weave detailed scientific observations with engaging storytelling offers readers an enriching experience. Explore the wonders of Angola's plant biodiversity through the lens of an expert dedicated to uncovering the secrets of the natural world.\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\/gideon-f-smith.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}