Description
Book SynopsisExplores the diversity of plant life in regions such as Japan, the Royal Botanical Gardens, Florida, southeast Mexico, and, the Canary Islands. This book looks closely at the evolution of plant diversity in these locales and explains why such variety persists in light of ecological patterns and evolutionary processes.
Trade Review"Jonathan Silvertown has a knack for explaining complex biological concepts in an accessible and engaging way. He deftly uses analogy and example to illustrate his discussions, and often waxes lyrical in his descriptions." - Viveka Neveln, American Gardener "Jonathan Silvertown's enthusiasm for scientific sleuthing is infectious." - Sara Alexander, Science "A delightful series of vignettes about plant diversity and evolutionary biology....It is evident that Jonathan Silvertown is a scientist who can communicate complex scientific ideas to the general public....Highly recommended." - Choice "In this highly readable and pleasantly anecdotal account of the dynamics of the plant world, Jonathan Silvertown suggests that tasting the fruit of evolutionary knowledge may provide us with a ticket for readmission to the Garden of Eden, where we can exercise the privilege by ensuring that biodiversity is conserved. Let us hope that he is right." - Peter D. Moore, Nature"
