Central Beauty explores the wildflowers and flowering shrubs commonly found in the portions of British Columbia typically known as the southern interior - very roughly an east/west line drawn through Williams Lake, B.C.
Coastal Beauty and Central Beauty are follow-ups to three previous volumes on wildflowers written by Neil Jennings and published by Rocky Mountain Books. All five books include exceptional photographs and interesting information about each plant.
The mania for tulip bulbs that caused a Holland stock market crash, traditions spells and rituals for finding true love, the symbolism of royal wedding bouquets and much more are all described in this exploration into the strange history of many familiar plants.
This concise, beautifully illustrated guide to the most common intertidal animals and plants of the Pacific Northwest is the perfect companion for any beachcomber.