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The Art of Plant Evolution

By Kress, W. John

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ISBN: 1842464213 Contributors: Sherwood, Shirley Publisher: Univ of Chicago Pr Published: Feb 15 2010 Pages: 320 Weight: 4.35lbs. Height: 12.00" Width: 9.50" Depth: 1.25" Language: English

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This beautiful mix of art and science offers a breathtaking look at the way that contemporary scientific discoveries are changing our understanding of plants and plant evolution. Nearly one hundred and fifty paintings, by eighty-four artists, are reproduced in full color to present a sweeping overview of the evolution of plants worldwide. The paintings cover a wide range of plants, including ferns, fungi, conifers, algae, mosses, and a rich bounty of flowering plants; accompanying each painting is up-to-date evolutionary information—drawn from recent DNA analysis—plus observations by each of the artists and details about modern plant classification. Written for the nonspecialist, The Art of Plant Evolution is sure to enchant inquisitive green thumbs and gardeners.