Carnivorous Plants by Torre, Dan

Carnivorous Plants

An exploration of the science and cultural significance of carnivorous plants, now in paperback. Carnivorous plants are...
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Author: Dan Torre
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Language: English
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Carnivorous Plants by Torre, Dan

Carnivorous Plants

$45.53

Carnivorous Plants

$45.53
Author: Dan Torre
Format: Paperback
Language: English
An exploration of the science and cultural significance of carnivorous plants, now in paperback.

Carnivorous plants are a unique botanical group, possessing modified leaves to trap, kill, and consume small creatures. As a result, they are often depicted as killers in films and literature--from Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors to the world-dominating plants of The Day of the Triffids--yet many people regard carnivorous plants as exotic and beautiful specimens to collect and display.

In this abundantly illustrated and highly entertaining book, Dan Torre describes the evolution, structure, and scientific background of carnivorous plants. Examining their cultural and social history, he also shows how they have inspired our imagination and been represented in art, literature, cinema, animation, and popular culture.

From the Venus flytrap--a species endemic to the Carolinas--to pitcher plants, this fascinating history of these singular, arresting, beautiful, yet deadly plants is certain to be devoured.

Author: Dan Torre
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Published: 01/22/2024
Pages: 240
Binding Type: Paperback
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9781789147780

About the Author
Dan Torre is a senior lecturer in the School of Design at RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia. He is the author of Cactus, also published by Reaktion Books.

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