Plant Hybridization Before Mendel

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H F Roberts

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

History of science; Genetics (non-medical)

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""Plant Hybridization Before Mendel"" offers a comprehensive and scholarly examination of the experimental history that preceded the modern era of genetics. Written by H. F. Roberts, this work meticulously traces the development of plant breeding and the scientific inquiry into hybridization from the early eighteenth century through the mid-nineteenth century. The book profiles the foundational contributions of key figures such as Camerarius, Kölreuter, Knight, and Gärtner, whose experiments with cross-fertilization laid the groundwork for the eventual discovery of the laws of inheritance.

By detailing the methods and observations of these early botanical pioneers, Roberts provides a critical narrative on the evolution of biological thought. The text explores how early researchers grappled with the concepts of species, variation, and the mechanics of reproduction, long before the rediscovery of Mendel's work revolutionized the field. This historical overview serves as an essential resource for biologists, historians of science, and anyone interested in the intellectual heritage of plant science. ""Plant Hybridization Before Mendel"" remains a definitive reference for understanding the rigorous experimental tradition that defined pre-Mendelian biology.

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By: H F Roberts
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 721g
ISBN: 9781025521275
ISBN 10: 1025521277
Pages: 392
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active