Britain's Orchids

Britain's Orchids, a captivating piece by Sean Cole, is a must-have for any nature enthusiast. Published in 2020 by the renowned Princeton University Press, this book delves into the intriguing world of Britain's native orchids. Sean Cole, a respected author in the genre of nature and wildlife, offers readers an in-depth look at these beautiful plants. With its vivid descriptions and insightful observations, Britain's Orchids transports readers to the lush landscapes where these flowers thrive. This book is not only a testament to the author's vast knowledge and passion for orchids but also a reflection of the commitment of Princeton University Press to bring quality literature to readers. Written in English, this book is a valuable addition to the library of anyone interested in botany, nature, or the beauty of the British countryside.

An accessible, comprehensive and beautifully illustrated guide‿the only one to cover all the orchids found in Britain and IrelandCovering all fifty-one native species and twelve of uncertain origin, as well as hybrids and variants, Britain‿s Orchids is an engaging, intuitive and in-depth identification guide to all the orchids of Britain and Ireland at all stages of development, from first emergence to setting seed. Drawing on the authors‿ extensive field experience and the latest scientific research, the book uses multiple techniques to help both beginner and more advanced orchid enthusiasts to identify even the most difficult plants. It is beautifully illustrated with watercolour paintings by talented artist Sarah Stribbling, and features more than 1,200 evocative, instructive and detailed photographs. Orchids have long fired the imagination with their beauty and rarity. This book aims to ignite or increase your passion for these special plants, and for the conservation of their varied habitats‿from remote mountaintops to urban wild spaces. The first book to cover all the species at all stages of development, as well as all subspecies, varieties and confirmed hybridsLavishly illustrated with 98 beautiful watercolour platesMore than 1,200 stunning photos showing the orchids in their natural settings and highlighting key identification featuresSimple, step-by-step system for identifying almost any orchid you encounterUp-to-date distribution maps and seasonal charts showing when each species can be seen in its various stages of developmentSean Cole is a field naturalist who has been studying orchids for more than twenty years, with special interests in identification, taxonomy and pollination. He has published many articles on British orchids, including his specialty, the Ghost Orchid. Mike Waller is an ecologist and botanist who specializes in European orchids. He has worked for the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, the Natural History Museum in London, the London Wildlife Trust and Plantlife.