Around_the_world_in_80_plantszip Apr 2026
Features lush, handcrafted illustrations by Lucille Clerc that are considered "the heart" of the book. 🗺️ Notable Plant Stories Nutmeg: Once carried a death penalty for illicit sale.
Around the World in 80 Plants (2021) Author: Jonathan Drori (Environmentalist & former BBC producer) Illustrator: Lucille Clerc Primary Focus: The intricate connection between plant science, human history, culture, and folklore. 📘 Key Themes & Content Around_the_World_in_80_Plantszip
Profiles 80 species, ranging from the common dandelion and tomato to the exotic mandrake and Australian eucalyptus. ignited creativity (e.g.
Explores how plants have fueled wars, ignited creativity (e.g., absinthe), and sustained entire civilizations. and sustained entire civilizations.