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The art and science of William Bartram

Art Of Science

This is a fascinating insight into the life, travels, and drawings of one of America’s most important natural historians, who inspired a whole generation of young scientists and field naturalists.

ISBN: 987 0 271 02914 6

Author: Judith Magee

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The art and science of William Bartram

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This stunning volume brings together for the first time 68 outstanding drawings by Bartram, some previously unpublished, along with works by some of the most well-known natural history artists of the 18th and 19th centuries.

Placing his life’s work in the context of American natural history, science, and literature, this book is an excellent reference for anyone with a keen interest in 18th century America, and the assimilation of 18th century European and American scientists, naturalists, artists and poets.

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Hardback
230 x 305 mm / 9 x 12 in
276 pp
Colour throughout
July 07
Published by The Pennsylvania State University Press in collaboration with the Natural History Museum.