The Naming of Names. The Search for Order in the World of Plants. Government Printer

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The Naming of Names. The Search for Order in the World of Plants. Government PrinterAnna Pavord. A fascinating and authoritative account of the 2000 year history of the search for order in the accurate naming and classification of the world of plants. Many interesting illustrations. Now regarded as a botanical history classic. Beautifully printed on fine cream paper. A large heavy book. Bloomsbury Publishing, London, 2005. ISBN 9780747579526 Hardback with dust jacket. 471 pages. SECONDHAND. Good condition, dj sunned to spine.