Sir Joseph Dalton Hooker OM GCSI CB PRS (1817 – 1911) was a distinguished British botanist and explorer, recognized for his contribution to the field of botanical science. A close confidant of Charles Darwin, Hooker was instrumental in the early debate on natural selection. His major work, “Himalayan Journals — Complete”, details his extensive travels and studies in the Himalayan region, which he undertook from 1847 to 1851. Hooker cataloged numerous species of flora and made significant contributions to biogeography. The son of the eminent botanist Sir William Jackson Hooker, Joseph Hooker continued his father”s legacy by advancing the study of plant distribution and taxonomy. His literary style combines meticulous scientific observation with an engaging narrative that brings the intricacies of botany to a broader audience. His writings not only appealed to the scientific community but also to the Victorian public intrigued by the exotic landscapes and biodiversity of the Himalayas. Hooker”s work has had a lasting impact on the fields of botany, ecology, and geographic exploration. His lifetime achievements include serving as the Director of the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew, and being awarded the highest honors in British science, reflecting his preeminence as a scholar and naturalist of the nineteenth century.
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Joseph Dalton Hooker: Himalayan Journals — Complete
Joseph Dalton Hooker’s ‘Himalayan Journals Complete’ is a fascinating account of his botanical explorations in the Himalayas. Written in a concise and descriptive style, the book provides detailed ob …
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Joseph Dalton Hooker: Himalayan Journals — Complete
In Joseph Dalton Hooker’s ‘Himalayan Journals – Complete, ‘ readers are taken on a captivating journey through the Himalayas as seen through the eyes of a renowned botanist. The book, originally publ …
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John Ball & Joseph Dalton Hooker: Journal of a tour in Marocco and the Great Atlas
In ‘Journal of a tour in Marocco and the Great Atlas, ‘ the intersecting realms of Victoriana, exploration, and the natural sciences illuminate the rich tapestry of 19th-century scientific expedition …
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Joseph Dalton Hooker: Himalayan Journals — Complete
‘Himalayan Journals — Complete’ by Joseph Dalton Hooker. Published by e-artnow. e-artnow publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and …
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David Knight: Hima Jour V1:Sci Tra 1790-1877
First published in 2003. Sir Joseph Hooker (1817-1911) was one of the greatest British botanists and explorers of the nineteenth century. He succeeded his father as Director of the Royal Botanic Gard …
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David Knight: Hima Jour V1:Sci Tra 1790-1877
First published in 2003. Sir Joseph Hooker (1817-1911) was one of the greatest British botanists and explorers of the nineteenth century. He succeeded his father as Director of the Royal Botanic Gard …
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Joseph Banks: Journal of the Right Hon. Sir Joseph Banks During Captain Cook’s First Voyage in Endeavour in 1768-71
Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820) was a British botanist and one of the most influential scientific patrons of the eighteenth century. After inheriting a fortune on the death of his father in 1761, Banks …
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Joseph Dalton Hooker: Himalayan Journals, Volume II
This is Volume II of the Himalayan Journals or the notes of a naturalist travelling in Bengal, The Sikkim and Nepal Himalayas, the Khasia Mountains. …
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Joseph Dalton Hooker: Himalayan Journals, Volume II
This is Volume II of the Himalayan Journals or the notes of a naturalist travelling in Bengal, The Sikkim and Nepal Himalayas, the Khasia Mountains. …
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