The Orchid Hunter: A young botanist's search for happiness by Leif Bersweden (En

Description: The Orchid Hunter by Leif Bersweden In the summer after leaving school, a young botanist sets out to fulfil a childhood dream -- to find every species of orchid native to the British Isles. This study of the 52 native species is a fantastic gateway into the compendious world of orchids. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description He has just a few months to complete his quest no one has ever done it before within one growing season and it will require ingenuity, stamina and a large dose of luck.As he battles the vagaries of the British climate, feverishly chasing each emerging bloom, Leif Bersweden takes the reader on a remarkable botanical journey.This study of the 52 native species is a fantastic gateway into the compendious world of orchids one that will open your eyes to the rare hidden delights to be found on our doorstep.Like Two Owls at Eton and My Family and Other Animals, The Orchid Hunter is a charming account of a precocious adolescent s obsession with the natural world.Leif s enthusiasm for his quest is infectious, as is the quiet conviction with which he keeps at it, showing how plant hunting can be the ultimate mindful activity. Flap In the summer after leaving school, a young botanist sets out to fulfil a childhood dream -- to find every species of orchid native to the British Isles. This study of the 52 native species is a fantastic gateway into the compendious world of orchids. Author Biography Leif Bersweden graduated with a degree in Biology from Oxford and is currently a PhD student at Kew Gardens. He has loved orchids longer than he can remember. He is also the author of Winter Trees: A Photographic Guide to Common Trees and Shrubs, published by the Field Studies Council in 2013 Review Delightfully nerdy. * Gardens Illustrated *Vivid and entertaining. * Daily Mail *Sets the bar high for originality. * Spectator *What kind of granny are you? Traditional Gran? Sporty Gran? Or more Rock n Roll? The portraits in this book will make you laugh out loud. * Mumsnet * Long Description In the summer after leaving school, a young botanist sets out to fulfill a childhood dream--to find every species of orchid native to the British Isles. He has just a few months to complete his quest, which no one has ever done before within one growing season, and it will require ingenuity, stamina and a large dose of luck. As he battles the vagaries of the British climate, feverishly chasing each emerging bloom, Leif Bersweden takes the reader on a remarkable botanical journey. This study of the 52 native species is a fantastic gateway into the compendious world of orchids, and one that will open your eyes to the rare hidden delights to be found on our doorstep. Includes an essential guide to finding all 52 British orchids. Review Quote "Delightfully nerdy." -- Gardens Illustrated Promotional "Headline" In the summer after leaving school, a young botanist sets out to fulfil a childhood dream -- to find every species of orchid native to the British Isles. This study of the 52 native species is a fantastic gateway into the compendious world of orchids. Details ISBN1780723520 Year 2018 ISBN-10 1780723520 ISBN-13 9781780723525 Media Book Format Paperback Pages 352 Short Title The Orchid Hunter Language English UK Release Date 2018-04-12 Imprint Short Books Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Author Leif Bersweden Publication Date 2018-04-12 Subtitle A young botanists search for happiness DEWEY 584.720941 Audience General NZ Release Date 2018-04-11 AU Release Date 2018-04-11 Publisher Octopus Publishing Group We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:123906550;

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