Leaves of Legends

Plants That Shaped Our History

Kavya Nair

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21 November 2023

Management of land & natural resources; Trees, wildflowers & plants

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From our ability to grow and consume food to our social mores and cultural practices, plants have been instrumental in molding human history. Our complex relationship with plants has its origins in our shared evolutionary history, when key moments in our growth were marked by the discovery and use of different species of plants. In addition to sustaining life, this mutually beneficial relationship has shaped our cultures, economics, and social structures. Flora has played an essential part in the story of human existence, and studying their historical importance reveals a complex tapestry of human evolution, trade, discovery, and innovation.

The Beginnings of Agriculture: A Watershed Moment in Revolution

An enormous turning point in human history occurred when people settled down to farm instead of living as nomadic hunter-gatherers. During this time of change, which is also known as the Neolithic Revolution, plant domestication was a prominent feature. It happened around 10,000 BCE. Some wild grasses had nutritional benefit, so early humans started growing them. Early settlers laid the groundwork for permanent settlements by methodically cultivating cereal grains like wheat, barley, rice, and maize.

Aside from ensuring a steady supply of food, agriculture also made it possible for greater populations to flourish. Different social classes, sophisticated civilizations, and cutting-edge technology emerged as a result of the abundance of food made possible by agriculture. Domestication of plants sparked a dramatic shift in human society, altering people's lifestyles, social structures, and interactions with the natural world.

By: Kavya Nair
Imprint: Self-Publisher
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 7mm
Weight: 172g
ISBN: 9789358682014
ISBN 10: 9358682019
Pages: 122
Publication Date: 21 November 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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Leaves of Legends

Plants That Shaped Our History

Kavya Nair

$49.95 $42.83

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