An Introduction To Plant Structure And Development

is a textbook by Charles B. Beck that updates the field of plant anatomy by integrating it with contemporary research in cellular and molecular biology. It contrasts with traditional, more descriptive plant anatomy texts by focusing on the mechanisms of development, including genetic and hormonal controls. 

• Contemporary ideas: The textbook discusses modern research areas such as the significance of plasmodesmata, the role of the cytoskeleton, signal transduction, and the genetic and hormonal controls of development.
• Structure and function: It consistently explores the evolutionary context of plant structure and the relationship between structure and function.
• Visual aids: The text is supplemented with line drawings and photographs to help students better understand the material.
• Further resources: Each chapter includes extensive bibliographies for further reading, and the book contains a comprehensive glossary.