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Dive into the enchanting world of orchids with our enthusiastic amateur orchid lover as your guide! This engaging journey explores the thrilling and often perilous pursuit of hunting orchids in the lush tropical jungles of the nineteenth century. With fascinating insights into the unique growth patterns, behaviors, and structures of these remarkable plants, the author shares personal anecdotes and delightful experiences that will captivate any plant enthusiast. Be warned, though—a new and addictive hobby might just be waiting for you! (Summary by Peter Yearsley)

Dive into the world of forestry with Twinkly Eyes at Valley Farm, a captivating book penned by a seasoned forester. This insightful work explores the very definition of a forest, delves into the daily life of a forester, and examines the structure of the forest service at both state and national levels. Written by Gifford Pinchot, the chief of the US Forest Service, this book combines expert knowledge with personal experience, offering a unique perspective on the necessary training for aspiring foresters. In his preface, Pinchot aims to inspire—or perhaps caution—young individuals ...

Birds and All Nature was a captivating monthly publication from the Nature Study Publishing Company in Chicago, offering a delightful blend of short poems and vivid descriptions of birds, animals, and various natural wonders, accompanied by stunning color plates. Published between 1897 and 1907 under several titles, including Birds, Birds and all Nature, Nature and Art, and Birds and Nature, this magazine invites readers to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer