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Have you ever pondered on the intriguing methods of packing and preparation used by past travellers on their epic journeys? How did they manage their belongings, from clothes to maps, on voyages that could span several years?

There are a lot of practical aspects to consider, and many are the same during today's travel. The new series “THE STORY | FIELDWORK –THE LINNAEAN WAY” describes how travelling naturalists during the 1700s protected their belongings from insects, mould, thieves, and other damage.

In the second iTEXTILIS essay in this series, Viveka Hansen, drawing from her extensive research and fieldwork experience around the world, writes about ”Chests, Trunks and Bags during Naturalist Journeys”. This unique long-term collection of essays is both a rich reading experience and an essential innovative research effort in understanding the practical aspects of carrying out sacrificial works in the service of science. A brief introduction to the series was described in iMESSENGER No: 6 2024.

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Explore the great work of the seventeen Linnaeus Apostles, covering all the continents – a comprehensive geographical odyssey. With 6000 pages and 8 Volumes, this series is a treasure trove of knowledge. | Available here: BOOKS & ART.