Carnivorous Plants of the United States and Canada
Editorial Reviews
Susan Farrington, St. Louis Carnivorous Plant Society Newsletter, Spring 2002
"It was worth the wait! At long last, we have a greatly revised and expanded edition."
Review
Susan Farrington St. Louis Carnivorous Plant Society Newsletter : It was worth the wait! At long last, we have a greatly revised and expanded edition. . . . Photographs in this new edition are of superior quality and far more numerous than in the original.
Chris Teichreb Vancouver Carnivorous Plant Club Newsletter : I would highly recommend this book to be added to any carnivorous plant enthusiast's collection . . . . This is by far the most authoritative, complete treatise of [carnivorous] plants available.
Bookwatch : This expanded second edition of Carnivorous Plants of the U.S. and Canada is a 'must' for any reference librarian which specializes in botany or nature.
Greg Lum Bay Area Carnivorous Plant Society Newsletter : A worthwhile prize to add to any library . . . . A hardback that deserves to be placed in a collection of insectivorous books that will exist thoughout time. Although many of us carnivorous plant fanatics may be cognizant about their care and culture, this book presents information about their habitat and where they grow in a new and Euclidian manner.
Joanna Miller Water Gardening : The vast amount of detailed information included in the book makes it an excellent reference source for this type of plants. Moreover, the historical information and Schnell's personal accounts make it a pleasurable read as well. . . . This fascinating book is definitely one you'll want to bite into.
Choice : In this splendid addition to the botanical literature, pathologist and dedicated naturalist Schnell provides valuable new information based on his more than 40 years of fieldwork. . . . Many maps, drawings, and 200 truly excellent color photographs, virtually all by the author, contribute greatly to the wealth of textual information and therefore to the usefulness and importance of this book. Highly recommended for every library's collection of botanical materials for both scientists and hobbyists.
James Riser II Plant Science Bulletin : The original. . .has been a sound and useful source of information on distribution, ecology, and taxonomy of the carnivorous plants of the United States for many years. The second edition. . . represents a prodigious expansion on the first.
Aaron M. Ellison Quarterly Review of Biology : An invaluable addition to the bookshelf and field backpack.
Northeastern Naturalist : This book is an excellent reference. . . . Of interest to botanists and researchers, as well as serious hobbyists.
Richard Poffenbaugh Mansfield News Journal : The modest price is a best buy! A complete resource for science teachers, naturalists, plant-lovers or serious gardeners with a passion for learning.
Jane Villa-Lobos Plant Talk : A wonderful field guide incorporating a wealth of information from Schnell's 40 years of field work...[this] book is one I would recommend for hobbyists interested in growing these plants, as well as anyone who would like to know how these fascinating plants exist in nature.
Off the Shelf : The photos...are spectacular, and the habitat maps provide useful information at a glance.
Taxon : Grab this Schnell.
American Gardener : Experienced carnivorous plant enthusiasts and interested beginners alike will find all the information they need for selecting and growing carnivorous plants successfully.
Ray Collett University of California at Santa Cruz Arboretum Bulletin : The quality of the photographs is superb. You might well think you are lying down in the very bog where the plants are growing.
James Riser II Plant Science Bulletin : I highly recommend this book to all persons interested in carnivorous plants.
John Van de Water Newark Star-Ledger : Twice as large as the original and filled with some 200 incredible photographs, it is effectively a new book.
Elaine Jurries American Reference Books Annual : This book can be appreciated by people of all interest levels and expertise.
Biology Digest : Each chapter of Carnivorous Plants is stocked with lavish photographs and vivid descriptions of the plants' natural occurences and unique characteristics . . . . [It] will provide every enthusiast's library with a wealth of information.
Patricia A. Taylor Trenton Times : Fascinating . . . Schnell's book will be an invaluable reference source and guide.
American Gardener : Experienced carnivorous plant enthusiasts and interested beginners alike will find all the information they need for selecting and growing carnivorous plants successfully.
Steve Whysall Vancouver Sun : [This] is an excellent book on the subject.
C. Colston Burrell Horticulture : If you want to explore the botany, ecology, and horticulture of a fascinating subset of North America's magnificent flora, this book is a must.
Pauline Keegan Hobby Greenhouse : This book can be used as a field guide for exploring this interesting family of plants.
Donna Goodwyn E-Streams : This is a most interesting book filled with beautiful, detailed pictures of carnivorous plants and maps of their location.
Canadian Field-Naturalist : A wealth of information and absolutely beautiful color pictures.
Carnivorous Plants of the United States and Canada
Carnivorous Plants of the United States and Canada,Donald Schnell,Timber Press,0881925403,Canada,Carnivorous plants,Identification,Nature,Nature/Ecology,Ornamental Plants,Plants - General,United States
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