Rumphius' Orchids

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Rumphius was a very early botanist (1627-1702) - he produced a monumental manuscript on the plants of Ambon "The Ambonese Herbal" -  This work is the translation of the orchid related portions from Dutch to English and put into one book. 15 orchids are described, each with a very detailed sketch.  16 other illustrations are also included throughout thr book.  E. M. Beekman was both the translator and editor for this current work.

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Author

RUMPHIUS, Georgius Everhardus

Publisher Yale University Press
ISBN Number 0 300 09814 6
Year of Publication 2003
No. of Pages 172
Type of Binding Hardcover
Condition PRE-OWNED
Weight in kg 0.41
Height in mm 217
Width in mm 138
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