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Book Synopsis: "A wild ride through the plant world.”--The American Gardener
An entertaining and enlightening compendium of the world’s most amazing and bizarre plants, revealing their secrets, history, and lore
What happens when you give a plant a polygraph test? Can a flower really turn a human into a zombie? What gives the gingko tree its stink? The Big, Bad Book of Botany holds the incredible answers to all of these questions and more. From absinthe to zubrowka (a popular ingredient in Polish vodkas), award-winning author Michael Largo takes you through the historical and agricultural evolution of hundreds of plant species, revealing astonishing facts along the way. You’ll be introduced to magic mushrooms, superfoods, and toxic teas. You’ll learn about plants so valuable they have started international wars, so evolved they can trick animals into helping them survive, and so deadly a single taste of one will kill you. Featuring more than one hundred and forty illustrations, this fascinating and fun A-to-Z encyclopedia for all ages will transform the way you look at the natural world.
Did you know?
- The word hashish comes from the Arabic hashshashin, the name for a group of Persian assassins who were given the drug to calm their nerves before each assignment.
- The fossil of the oldest-known tree to have thrived on the planet was found in New York’s Catskill Mountains, and dates back to more than 360 million years ago.
- The avocado, though delicious to humans, is toxic to most animals.
- Sunflowers grow according to a mathematical formula known as the "golden ratio," and almost always produce exactly 55 or 144 seeds.
Featuring more than 150 photographs and illustrations, The Big, Bad Book of Botany is a fascinating, fun A-to-Z encyclopedia for all ages that will transform the way we look at the natural world.
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Discover the world's most amazing and bizarre plants with The Big, Bad Book of Botany. This entertaining and enlightening compendium takes you on a wild ride through the plant world, revealing their secrets, history, and lore. From magic mushrooms to toxic teas, author Michael Largo shares astonishing facts about plant species that will leave you in awe. With over 140 illustrations, this A-to-Z encyclopedia is perfect for all ages and will transform the way you look at the natural world. Order your copy today and embark on an adventure like no other.
Explore the fascinating journey of plant species with The Big, Bad Book of Botany. Award-winning author Michael Largo takes you through the historical and agricultural evolution of hundreds of plants, revealing their incredible stories along the way. Did you know that the word "hashish" originates from Persian assassins who were given the drug to calm their nerves? Or that the oldest-known tree fossil dates back to over 360 million years? With captivating facts and more than 150 photographs and illustrations, this A-to-Z encyclopedia is a treasure trove of botanical knowledge that will captivate readers of all ages.
Uncover the secrets of nature's wonders with The Big, Bad Book of Botany. Delve into the world of superfoods, toxic teas, and plants that can trick animals into helping them survive. Discover fascinating insights, such as sunflowers growing according to a mathematical formula known as the "golden ratio" and the avocado's toxicity to most animals. Written by acclaimed author Michael Largo and featuring over 150 photographs and illustrations, this fun A-to-Z encyclopedia will open your eyes to the extraordinary diversity of the natural world. Order your copy now and start exploring the captivating universe of plants.
Transform the way you perceive the natural world with The Big, Bad Book of Botany. This extraordinary A-to-Z encyclopedia by Michael Largo will take you on a journey through the captivating stories and intriguing facts of over hundreds of plant species. Delight in learning about plants so valuable they have sparked wars, mushrooms with magical properties, and the lethal dangers of certain plants. With more than 150 photographs and illustrations, this engaging book is perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your botanical knowledge - order your copy of The Big, Bad Book of Botany today!
Order your copy of The Big, Bad Book of Botany today and discover the captivating world of plants!
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