A World of Plants

A stunningly illustrated guide to the fascinating world of plants and botanical history.

Discover incredible facts and marvel at what plants can do in this beautiful book from conservation biologist and award-winning author Martin Jenkins, stylishly illustrated by print-maker James Brown.

Covering over twenty-five topics, learn all about the different types of plant – from carnivorous, to climbing, to tropical; explore the world of trees; discover how plants have evolved and continue to survive in extreme environments and most importantly, how crucial they are to our life on Planet Earth. From the domestic to the international, there is something for the whole family here. Whether you want to learn the basics of photosynthesis, or explore the hidden world of Victorian plant hunters, this is a lively, engaging and visually stunning look at the world of plants.

We are totally reliant on plants for food and energy and this beautiful book provides a completely fascinating insight into their wide and varied world. It tells you how plants evolved, how different types grow, spread and survive as well as much, much more. ― minitravellers.co.uk

Twenty-five spreads in this striking volume, the size of a small tray and illustrated with elegant graphics, address aspects of plants including structure, reproduction, categorisation and importance. A beautifully produced and informative introduction to botany. ― The Sunday Times, Watch Out For

The book is organised so that you can dip in and out of it, depending on your interest at the time. So stretch yourself out on the floor, open the book and expect to be mesmerised. Insightful, magnificent and full of wonder; this is a book for everyone to cherish. ― Mary Esther Judy, Fallen Star Stories

Everything about this book makes you want to pick it up and leaf through it. Packed full of fascinating. ― Angels & Urchins

A conservation biologist who has worked for WWF, the UN, and as an award-winning author of wildlife books for children.

James Brown is an illustrator and designer, working commercially and producing screen prints and linocuts from his London studio. Trained as a textile designer, he worked in the clothing industry for 10 years before embarking on a new career as an illustrator in 2006.

Clients include The Poetry Society, The Guardian, Bloomsbury and AMVBBDO to name but a few. James has also designed and produced bespoke prints for The Postal Museum, V&A Enterprises and The Barbican.