This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work. Essentials of College Botany is a comprehensive textbook written by Charles Edwin Bessey and first published in 1914. The book is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of botany, including the structure and function of plants, plant physiology, and plant ecology. The book is divided into four main sections: morphology, anatomy, physiology, and ecology. The morphology section covers the external and internal structure of plants, while the anatomy section focuses on the microscopic structure of plants. The physiology section covers the various processes that occur in plants, such as photosynthesis, respiration, and transpiration. The ecology section covers the interactions between plants and their environment, including plant communities, biomes, and ecosystems. The book also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help students better understand the concepts discussed in the text. Overall, Essentials of College Botany is a valuable resource for students of botany and anyone interested in learning more about the fascinating world of plants.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.