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Ferns
Clubmosses, Quillworts and Horsetails of Britain and Ireland
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See moreThe only comprehensive photographic guide to the ferns, clubmosses, quillworts and horsetails of BritainThis is a comprehensive, lavishly illustrated and user-friendly photographic identification guide to the fifty-seven ferns and seventeen other pteridophytes that occur in Britain. It is the perfect companion for botanists, naturalists, profes
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The only comprehensive photographic guide to the ferns, clubmosses, quillworts and horsetails of Britain.
This is a comprehensive, lavishly illustrated and user-friendly photographic identification guide to the fifty-seven ferns and seventeen other pteridophytes that occur in Britain. It is the perfect companion for botanists, naturalists, professional ecologists and anyone else with an interest in this fascinating group of non-flowering vascular plants.
Designed to appeal to beginners and experts alike, this authoritative book includes novel identification keys and comparison tables that have been carefully devised to present only essential, easily understood technical terms and descriptions, avoiding jargon as much as possible.
Cross-referenced throughout to facilitate the comparison of similar species, this definitive field guide is the go-to source for identifying these species with confidence.
Ferns features hundreds of stunning colour photographs. It provides comprehensive coverage of Britain's 57 species of ferns, 6 clubmosses, 3 quillworts and 8 horsetails. The book includes novel, easy-to-use, jargon-free identification keys and comparison tables.
Beautifully designed, user-friendly and accessible.
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An acclaimed resource on British ferns and horsetails, Ferns by James Merryweather has been praised for its approachable and user-friendly style. Reviewers highlight the book's effective demystification of botanical intricacies and its exceptional value for both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts. It is lauded for its engaging writing, high-quality photographs, and practical functionality as a field guide.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780691180397
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 14 July 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: Princeton University Press
Illustration: 70 Maps
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 149.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 288
About the Author
James Merryweather has been studying ferns for more than fifty years, developing a particular interest in their identification and ecology. Having learned so much from generous pteridologists past and present, he now eagerly shares that knowledge and experience with others. He is an enthusiastic member of the British Pteridological Society, which promotes the study of this fascinating group of plants.
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