This fascinating account of Swedish botanist and explorer Pehr Kalm’s expedition to North America in the mid-18th century offers a vivid portrait of the natural world and cultural landscape of the era. Kalm’s keen observations and detailed sketches provide insights into the plants, animals, and peoples he encountered on his journey, while his reflections on the challenges and rewards of exploration offer a window into the intellectual and scientific debates of the time.
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