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This book explores the apple's history and the latest debates about the use of agrichemicals, the rise of organic and heirloom orchards, and the hopes and fears of genetic crop modification.

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A complete picture of bamboo in both history and our modern world.

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As it ranges from the traditions of the medieval marriage bed to Renaissance paintings of the Madonna and Child, this lavishly illustrated book will entertain anyone with an interest in history, art or culture. It is full of unexpected delights that will charm the mind and invigorate the senses - just like the carnation itself.

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An entertaining rendition of the botanical and cultural history of carnivorous plants.

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An exploration of the botanical history and cultural impact of house plants.

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A beautifully illustrated, natural, cultural and social history of orchids.

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Palm Fred Gray portrays the cultural and historical significance of this iconic and controversial plant over thousands of years. Superbly illustrated, this lively and engaging book is the first of its kind.

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Reveals how pine trees have inspired and been utilized by humanity throughout history.

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Explores the many ways in which rhododendrons have influenced human societies, as well as the extraordinary story of the plants' evolution.

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An in-depth social and natural history of the much-loved, highly symbolic rowan tree.

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An exploration of the botanical and cultural history of the popular snowdrop.

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Sunflowers unravels the interplay between the biology of sunflowers and human cultures over the last 6,000 years. It explores our fascination with the family and how our uses of the plants have changed over millennia.

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A beautifully illustrated botanical and cultural history of Europes most ancient species of tree, the yew.

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Uncovers the rich natural history, biology and cultural significance of eucalypts.

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A delightful, surprising and occasionally juicy exploration of the seemingly humble berry.

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Dan Torre uniquely explores the natural, cultural and social history of cacti - with particular emphasis on how these remarkable plants have been represented in art, literature, cinema, animation and popular culture around the world.

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Cannabis, one of humanity's first domesticated plants, has been utilizedfor spiritual, therapeutic, recreational and even punitive reasons for thousandsof years. Humans have excellent practical knowledge of the uses of cannabis,yet limited understanding of its sociocultural consequences, past or present,due to its widespread prohibition.In

Carnivorous plants are a unique group, possessing modified leaves to trap, kill and consume small creatures. As a result they are often depicted as killers in films and literature, yet others regard them as exotic and beautiful specimens to collect and display.

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A revealing exploration of mosses and lichens, unsung heroes of the natural world.

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The history, culture, botany and beauty of the beloved peony.

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In this book, Laura Mason describes how pine trees have inspired artists, writers, film-makers and photographers throughout history, particularly in the East where they symbolize wisdom and longevity.

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In Tulip, Celia Fisher traces the story of this important and highly popular plant, from its mountain beginnings to its cultivation in the gardens of Mughul, Persian and Ottoman potentates, and its migration from East to West along the silk trading routes.

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A scientific and botanical history of weeds, from unwanted intruder to beautiful ornament.

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A scientific and cultural history of weeds, which shows that regarding certain plants as weeds and not others is purely a matter of context. Weeds reveals just how interesting and useful these seemingly annoying plants can be.