Crowther

Crowther

Crowther (spr. Krauther), James, Botaniker u. Entomolog, Gefährte Walkers, Dewhorsts u. Hobsons, der Hull u. Smith in ihren botanischen Arbeiten wesentlich unterstützte; starb 1847.


Pierer's Lexicon. 1857–1865.

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