Description
Discover the fascinating world of Carl Linnaeus, the father of modern biological taxonomy, in 'The Man Who Organized Nature'. This captivating biography weaves a vivid portrait of Linnaeus, an 18th-century botanist whose groundbreaking work transformed the way we classify plants and animals. Using a clear and systematic approach, Linnaeus formalized the binomial nomenclature system, a method still in use today. Released by Princeton University Press in 2023, this brand new release (ISBN: 9780691213422) combines extensive research with a wealth of previously unpublished sources, including personal diaries and letters. Delve into the life of this remarkable scientist, exploring his childhood set against the backdrop of stunning natural landscapes that fueled his passion for botany. Gain insights into Linnaeus’s complex personal life, including his Lutheran upbringing and his relationships, all framed within the political climate of his time. This biography not only highlights Linnaeus's scientific accomplishments but also portrays his human side, including his eccentric views on sexuality and colorful personality. Perfect for students and enthusiasts of botany, history, and biography, 'The Man Who Organized Nature' delivers an engaging narrative that brings Linnaeus's legacy to life. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691213422
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2023
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
A new biography of Carl Linnaeus, offering a vivid portrait of Linnaeus’s life and work.
Carl Linnaeus (1707–1778), known as the father of modern biological taxonomy, formalised and popularised the system of binomial nomenclature used to classify plants and animals. Linnaeus himself classified thousands of species; the simple and immediately recognisable abbreviation 'L' is used to mark classifications originally made by Linnaeus. This biography, by the leading authority on Linnaeus, offers a vivid portrait of Linnaeus’s life and work. Drawing on a wide range of previously unpublished sources — including diaries and personal correspondence — as well as new research, it presents revealing and original accounts of his family life, the political context in which he pursued his work, and his eccentric views on sexuality.
The Man Who Organized Nature describes Linnaeus’s childhood in a landscape of striking natural beauty and how this influenced his later work. Linnaeus’s Lutheran pastor father, knowledgeable about plants and an enthusiastic gardener, helped foster an early interest in botany. The book examines the political connections that helped Linnaeus secure patronage for his work, and untangles his ideas about sexuality. These were not, as often assumed, an attempt to naturalise gender categories but more likely reflected the laissez-faire attitudes of the era. Linnaeus, like many other brilliant scientists, could be moody and egotistical; the book describes his human failings as well as his medical and scientific achievements. Written in an engaging and accessible style, The Man Who Organized Nature
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691213422
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2023
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
A new biography of Carl Linnaeus, offering a vivid portrait of Linnaeus’s life and work.
Carl Linnaeus (1707–1778), known as the father of modern biological taxonomy, formalised and popularised the system of binomial nomenclature used to classify plants and animals. Linnaeus himself classified thousands of species; the simple and immediately recognisable abbreviation 'L' is used to mark classifications originally made by Linnaeus. This biography, by the leading authority on Linnaeus, offers a vivid portrait of Linnaeus’s life and work. Drawing on a wide range of previously unpublished sources — including diaries and personal correspondence — as well as new research, it presents revealing and original accounts of his family life, the political context in which he pursued his work, and his eccentric views on sexuality.
The Man Who Organized Nature describes Linnaeus’s childhood in a landscape of striking natural beauty and how this influenced his later work. Linnaeus’s Lutheran pastor father, knowledgeable about plants and an enthusiastic gardener, helped foster an early interest in botany. The book examines the political connections that helped Linnaeus secure patronage for his work, and untangles his ideas about sexuality. These were not, as often assumed, an attempt to naturalise gender categories but more likely reflected the laissez-faire attitudes of the era. Linnaeus, like many other brilliant scientists, could be moody and egotistical; the book describes his human failings as well as his medical and scientific achievements. Written in an engaging and accessible style, The Man Who Organized Nature