A conservation biologist and a printmaker team up for a fascinating, visually arresting guide to botanical history, biodiversity, and the rich inner lives of plants. A must-read for budding gardeners! Covering more than twenty-five subjects, from photosynthesis and permaculture to the hidden world of Victorian plant hunters, this stylish illustrated guide is packed with scientific insight into the critical role plants play in the drama of life on Earth. 

• By MARTIN JENKINS
• Illustrated by JAMES BROWN
• Pages: 64 | Large Bound 10.7 X 14.6 X 0.4 inches | 2.0 pounds
• Hardcover | 7-10 years

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