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Anatomy of a Rose: Exploring the Secret Life of Flowers

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Anatomy of a Rose: Exploring the Secret Life of FlowersIn Anatomy of a Rose, Sharman Apt Russell eloquently unveils the "inner life" of flowers. From their diverse fragrances to their nasty deceptions, Russell proves that, where nature is concerned, "wonder is not only our starting point, it can also be our destination." Throughout this botanical journey, she reveals that the science behind these intelligent plants how they evolved, how they survive, how they heal is even more awe inspiring than their

In Anatomy of a Rose, Sharman Apt Russell eloquently unveils the "inner life" of flowers. From their diverse fragrances to their nasty deceptions, Russell proves that, where nature is concerned, "wonder is not only our starting point, it can also be our destination." Throughout this botanical journey, she reveals that the science behind these intelligent plants-how they evolved, how they survive, how they heal-is even more awe-inspiring than their fleeting beauty. Russell helps us imagine what a field of snapdragons looks like to a honeybee, and she introduces us to flowers that regulate their own temperature, attract pollinating bats, even smell like a rotting corpse. She also delves into cutting-edge research on everything from flower senses to their healing power. Long used to ease everything from depression to childbirth, flowers are now our main line of defense against childhood leukemia and the deadly Ebola virus. In this poetic rumination, which combines graceful writing with a scientist's clarity, Russell brings together the work of botanists around the globe, and illuminates a world at once familiar and exotic.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Basic Books
Published: 04/04/2002
ISBN: 9780738206691
Pages: 232
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.60d

Review Citations: New York Times 06/02/2002 pg. 44
Kliatt 09/01/2002 pg. 44
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I bought this for my friend’s son when they were taking an 8 hour train ride to Washington DC. He loved the activities and reading about all of the DC sites! It kept him occupied for the majority of the train ride and he carried it with him when they went site seeing! It was age appropriate and developmentally appropriate as well. Just make sure to pack a pencil and crayons too!
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We bought a second after seeing how great this travel guide is so both of our elementary age kids could have their own. I will buy this brand of travel guide anytime we go anywhere they offer one. It is informative but also has lots of different activities. I highly recommend this.
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This book is great for kids that already know how to read and it’s actually teaching them how to use a travel guide too. I like that kids can get away from their electronical devices. Could be great for homeschooling resource even if you don’t plan to visit. I downloaded 3 guides until now: Los Angeles, San Diego and Washington, DC (the latest). My kids enjoyed each and every one of them. I plan to purchase the physical books also
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Great book! Quite a few spelling mistakes though.
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