On Naval Timber and Arboriculture - Matthew, Patrick
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"On Naval Timber and Arboriculture" by Patrick Matthew explores the crucial role of forestry and timber in Great Britain. This meticulously prepared edition delves into the cultivation of trees, with a particular focus on the timber used in shipbuilding. Matthew provides critical analysis of contemporary authors on the subject of planting, offering insights into arboriculture practices. A valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of forestry, this volume examines the science and technology behind managing forests and woodlands. Explore the environmental aspects of tree cultivation…mehr

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"On Naval Timber and Arboriculture" by Patrick Matthew explores the crucial role of forestry and timber in Great Britain. This meticulously prepared edition delves into the cultivation of trees, with a particular focus on the timber used in shipbuilding. Matthew provides critical analysis of contemporary authors on the subject of planting, offering insights into arboriculture practices. A valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of forestry, this volume examines the science and technology behind managing forests and woodlands. Explore the environmental aspects of tree cultivation and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of timber resources. Discover the historical context surrounding forest management in Great Britain and its impact on naval power. A timeless work for enthusiasts of trees, forestry, and environmental science. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Patrick Matthew (1790-1874) was a Scottish landowner, agriculturalist, and horticulturist, renowned for his pivotal book 'On Naval Timber and Arboriculture; with critical notes on authors who have recently treated the subject of planting' (1831). His work, while primarily focused on the improvement of British naval timber supplies through systematic planting, also predates Charles Darwin's 'On the Origin of Species' by nearly three decades with a clear but briefly stated appendix outlining the principle of natural selection, a fact that has gained Matthew posthumous recognition in debates over the history of evolutionary thought. Despite his significant contribution to early evolutionary theory, Matthew's views remained obscure for many years, overshadowed by the achievements of Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace. A polymath, Matthew also wrote on a myriad of other subjects ranging from politics to economics, but his legacy principally rests on his insightful observations of natural processes within 'On Naval Timber and Arboriculture'. His literary style is characterized by an empirical approach, reflecting his practical experience in agriculture and a deep understanding of botanical sciences. Matthew's work continues to inspire historical and philosophical inquiry into the development of evolutionary biology.