Charter And Bylaws Of The Linnean Society Of London

The book ""Charter And Bylaws Of The Linnean Society Of London: Together With A Patent Of Armorial Ensigns, And A List Of The Society (1802)"" is a historical document that provides a complete description of the founding and governance of the Linnean Society of London. The Linnean Society was established in 1788 as a learned society dedicated to the study of natural history, and it was named after the famous Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus.The book contains the charter and bylaws of the society, which outline the rules and regulations governing its operations and activities. These documents provide insight into the society's organizational structure, membership requirements, and procedures for conducting meetings and electing officers.In addition to the charter and bylaws, the book also includes a patent of armorial ensigns, which is a formal document that grants the society the right to use certain heraldic symbols and emblems. This patent reflects the society's status as a respected and influential institution in the scientific community.Finally, the book includes a list of the society's members as of 1802, providing a snapshot of the individuals who were involved in the early years of the society's development. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of natural history and the development of scientific societies in the 18th and 19th centuries.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.