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At first glance, this book appears to be yet another lavish coffee-table work showcasing this extravagant group of plants. However, it is actually a substantial volume, featuring paintings and drawings of orchids from the Lindley Library of the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), London the institution that has played a significant role in promoting and fostering the development of orchid horticulture in the West. The first part features illustrations from a variety of sources, with accompanying text about the cultivation and natural history of orchids by Griffiths, editorial consultant of the authoritative RHS periodical, Orchid Review, and editor of The New Royal Horticultural Society Dictionary of Gardening. The RHS has been awarding orchids and commissioning paintings of the winners since 1896, and the second half of the book is devoted to reproducing these watercolors for the first time. There are a few flaws a couple of the watercolors are miscaptioned, and the text font is small and somewhat difficult to read but these are minor detractions from what is otherwise a fabulous work. Highly recommended for horticultural collections and larger public libraries. Brian Lym, City Coll. of San Francisco Lib.
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  • Hardcover: 336 pages
  • Publisher: Harry N. Abrams (May 1, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0810904381
  • ISBN-13: 978-0810904385
  • Product Dimensions: 12.7 x 10.9 x 1.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #992,999 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Good pictures and historical reference, October 27, 2008
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This book has a number of paintings reproduced, and has basic orchid culture and a fair amount of orchid history, especially related to the RHS and England. Useful addition to a big reference library but not a major reference work.
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