The Life of Linnæus. to Which Is Added a Short Account of the Botanical Systems of Linnæus and Jussieu With a Slight Glance at the Discoveries of Goethe

<p>Explore the fascinating life and enduring legacy of Carl Linnaeus in The Life of Linnæus written by Daniel C. Carr. This biographical work delves into the life of the renowned Swedish botanist physician and zoologist who formalized the modern system of naming organisms-a system still in use today.</p><p>Carr's biography not only recounts Linnaeus's personal journey and scientific pursuits but also provides insightful context by comparing his botanical systems with those of Jussieu and briefly touching upon the scientific contributions of Goethe. This adds depth and perspective to Linnaeus's achievements positioning him within the broader landscape of 18th and early 19th-century scientific thought.</p><p>Originally published in 1837 this book offers a valuable historical perspective on the development of botanical science and the life of one of its most influential figures. It remains a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of science biography or the enduring impact of Linnaeus's work.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>