BRITAIN'S RARE FLOWERS by Peter Marren ( 9780713671629 ) - Books & Audio Books at Pickabook.co.uk

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Title:

BRITAIN'S RARE FLOWERS

By:

Peter Marren

Format:

Paperback

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£19.99

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£17.49

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£2.50

ISBN 10:

0713671629

ISBN 13:

9780713671629

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Publisher:

BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING PLC

Pub. date:

1 February, 2005

Pages:

352

Description:

Looks at the evolution of individual species and of plant communities, the threats (natural and anthropogenic) that have caused declines and extinctions in some plant populations, and the various conservation efforts which have been made to protect them and to encourage their numbers to grow.

Synopsis:

This is a new paperback edition of an acclaimed and beautiful Poyser title on the rare flowers of Britain. The book looks at the evolution of individual species and of plant communties, the threats (natural and anthropogenic) that have caused declines and extinctions in some plant populations, and the various conservation efforts which have been made to protect them and to encourage their numbers to grow. Written in a lively and jargon-free style, with numerous examples and anecdotes, and illustrated throughout with gorgeous colour photographs, this lovely, engaging and accessible book is a must for all wild flower enthusiasts. 'This is a heartwarming and inspiring book for anyone who loves wildflowers and values their place in our culture.' BBC Wildlife

Illustrations:

100+ colour photos

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Imprint:

A & C Black Publishers Ltd

Returns:

Returnable

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