An inspirational and beautifully illustrated book that tells the
stories of 80 plants from around the globe.
In his follow-up to the bestselling Around the World in 80 Trees,
Jonathan Drori takes another trip across the globe, bringing to life the
science of plants by revealing how their worlds are intricately entwined
with our own history, culture and folklore. From the seemingly familiar
tomato and dandelion to the eerie mandrake and Spanish 'moss' of
Louisiana, each of these stories is full of surprises. Some have a
troubling past, while others have ignited human creativity or enabled
whole civilizations to flourish. With a colourful cast of characters all
brought to life by illustrator Lucille Clerc, this is a botanical
journey of beauty and brilliance.
**'A beautiful celebration of the plants and flowers that surround us
and a quiet call to arms for change'**The Herald
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**'*****This charming and beautifully illustrated book takes readers on
a voyage of discovery, exploring the many ingenious and surprising uses
for plants in modern science and throughout history'**Kew Magazine
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**'*****With beautiful illustrations from Lucille Clerc, this
captivating book traverses the globe via plants: nettles in England,
mangoes in India and tulips in the Netherlands'**Daily Mail
