First book to reveal the extraordinary story of orchids and our prolific interest in them A unique cultural history of this captivating family of plants, revealing their allure and wonder Key themes are covered: science, empire, sex, and death Beautifully illustrated with illustrations from Kew's archives Award winning author
ISBN: | 9781842466292 |
Publication date: | 1st January 2017 |
Author: | Jim Endersby |
Publisher: | Kew an imprint of Kew Publishing |
Format: | Hardback |
Pagination: | 288 pages |
Genres: |
Trees, wildflowers and plants: general interest |