An explanation of the linnean system for the use of a young lady, 1796

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Title: An explanation of the linnean system for the use of a young lady, 1796
Creator: Boutell, Charles, b. 1772
Abstract: Manuscript of a brief introduction to the Linnean system of botanical classification. Opening with a defense of botany against those who think it "a trifling insipid amusement and almost childish," Boutell argues that botanists seek to understand "the infinitely varied Beauties of the Vegetable World." He then introduces the basic Linnean terminology, concluding with outlines of "the various classes and orders."
Description: Possibly by the Rev. Charles Boutell (b. 1772), later rector of Litcham in Norfolk and father of the author of Boutell's Heraldry.
Front flyleaf inscribed: "Charles Boutell for Matilda Hayward--1796."
Spine title reads: "Botany MS."
Binding: 19th century calf, gilt decorated spine; red spine tag.
Provenance: For information on the source of acquisition, consult the appropriate curator.
Extent: 1 21 x 13 cm. v. (30 p., with blanks) ;
Digitization Note: Blank pages not included in pagination.
Language: English

Resource Type: unspecified
Subject (Name): Boutell, Charles, b. 1772.
Hayward, Matilda.
Linné, Carl von, 1707-1778
Subject (Topic): Influence
Botany
Study and teaching
Education
Women
Intellectual life
Subjects: Boutell, Charles, b. 1772
Hayward, Matilda
Linné, Carl von, 1707-1778 > Influence
Botany > Study and teaching
Education > Women
Women > Intellectual life

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Citation: Charles Boutell, An Explanation of the Linnean System For the Use of a Young Lady. James Marshall and Marie-Louise Osborn Collection, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University.