Flora's Fieldworkers

Discover the fascinating world of botany in "Flora's Fieldworkers" by Ann Shteir, published by McGill-Queen's University Press in 2022. This compelling collection delves into the lives of women who played pivotal roles in botanical exploration across British North America and beyond. Through a rich tapestry of biography, botanical data, herbarium specimens, and archival sources, Shteir reconstructs the contributions of both elite women engaged in imperial projects and settler-colonial women in mid- to late-century Ontario and Australia.

With its engaging narrative and thorough research, "Flora's Fieldworkers" not only highlights the significance of these women in the history of botany but also sheds light on the broader implications of their work in the context of colonialism and environmental studies. This hardback edition offers 256 pages of captivating insights for anyone interested in the intersection of gender, history, and science.