Description
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThis small volume is not only a history of the establishment and growth of the New York Botanical Garden; it also provides an interesting perspective on the parallel history of the New York City area and the nation throughout the 90 years that are described, thoroughly footnoted and indexed by historian Harry Dunkak. -- Aaron M. Ellison, Harvard University * Plant Science Bulletin *
Table of ContentsPart 1 Introduction Chapter 2 History of Gardens Chapter 3 History of the Bronx River Area Chapter 4 Foundation of New York Botanical Garden Chapter 5 Early History Chapter 6 Developments Down to the Depression Chapter 7 The Depression Years Chapter 8 World War II Chapter 9 Fiftieth Anniversary Chapter 10 Post World War II Years Chapter 11 Growth and Environment Issues Chapter 12 The Conservatory, Library, Herbarium Chapter 13 Conclusion Part 14 Appendix A: 1891 Act of Incorporation, Amended 1894 Part 15 Appendix B: Overview of New York Botanical Garden Part 16 Endnotes by Chapter Part 17 Index
