Maria Sibylla Merian (1647 – 1717): German naturalist, botanical artist, trailblazer...

Just watched the first couple of episodes of Pluribus. Really enjoyed it. But what struck me is how similar the initial concept is to Ted Sturgeon's novel 'To Marry Medusa' (a compliment, not a charge)... Also: the key art and outfit the protagonist wears is a dead match for my paperback edition.