Orchids of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.

London: A & C Black, (2006 third revised edition).
Octavo, laminated boards, 640 pp. colour photographs.

Orchids have long held a fascination, both for keen botanists and the general public. From the mania of Victorian collectors to the enthusiasm of modern photographers, this family of flowering plants has a strange and exotic appeal. Many orchids are beautiful, and some are rare. This complete reference guide covers the identification, biology and conservation of more than 520 species of orchid found in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. The detailed text, 1,270 colour photographs and line drawings all allow the identification of the wild orchids of the region with precision.