The Big Book of Blooms

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Embark on a captivating botanical journey with Yuval Zommer's award-winning masterpiece, crowned GOLD...
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Embark on a captivating botanical journey with Yuval Zommer's award-winning masterpiece, crowned GOLD at the Junior Design Awards for Best Designed/Illustrated Book for Children. This enchanting tome unravels the mysteries of the floral kingdom, addressing intriguing queries such as the dietary habits of venus fly traps, the astonishing strength of giant water lilies, and the blossoming potential of cacti.

As the latest gem in Zommer's celebrated series, this volume initiates young minds into the fascinating realm of botany. It commences with enlightening spreads on the art of botanical science, flower identification, plant life cycles, and floral anatomy. The text then delves into the seven categories of animal pollinators, including the oft-overlooked bats, birds, and beetles.

Subsequent pages, adorned with vivid illustrations of diverse habitats, spotlight specific plant varieties. From the carnivorous venus flytrap to the colossal water lily and the bizarrely captivating corpse flower, each specimen is meticulously explored. Readers will relish discovering the world of edible flowers and unravelling the secrets behind floral fragrances and vibrant hues. For those with a penchant for the macabre, the tome doesn't shy away from the grisly details of carnivorous and poisonous flora.

Prepare to be enthralled by this horticultural odyssey, as it unveils the colourful, carnivorous, and wonderfully weird world of flowering plants from every corner of the globe.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9780500651995
Book Author: Yuval Zommer
Book Format: Hardback
Book Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Book Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Book Dimensions: 236 x 348 x 15 cm
Book Publication Date: 2020-05-21
Book Pagination: 64 pages, 64 Illustrations, color
Book Weight: 766g

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