Memoirs of John Martyn and of Thomas Martyn: Professors of Botany in the University of Cambridge (1830)

Memoirs of John Martyn and of Thomas Martyn: Professors of Botany in the University of Cambridge is a historical book written by George Cornelius Gorham in 1830. The book is a biographical account of two brothers, John Martyn and Thomas Martyn, who were both professors of botany at the University of Cambridge in the 18th century. The book begins with a brief history of the Martyn family, followed by a detailed account of John Martyn's life and career. John Martyn was a prominent botanist and horticulturist in his time, and the book covers his many contributions to the field of botany, including his work on the classification and cultivation of plants. The second half of the book focuses on Thomas Martyn, who succeeded his brother as professor of botany at Cambridge. Thomas Martyn was also a distinguished botanist and horticulturist, and the book covers his many accomplishments, including his work on the classification and cultivation of plants, as well as his contributions to the study of natural history. Throughout the book, Gorham provides a detailed and engaging account of the lives and careers of the Martyn brothers, highlighting their many achievements and contributions to the field of botany. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of botany, as well as for those interested in the lives and careers of these two influential figures in the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.