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Deb (Readerbuzz) Nance
Jul 25, 2009 rated it really liked it
Shelves: science, nature
This writer could make a cracked
sidewalk an interesting subject.
I know almost nothing about plants,
but I quickly became drawn into
this story of the people who are
deeply passionate about orchids.
Recommended.
Wes F
Mar 01, 2019 rated it liked it  ·  review of another edition
The movie "Adaption," which I really liked, was partly based on this book by Susan Orlean. The book is straight & interesting reporting on the orchid industry in Florida, and highlights some of its main characters. Borrowed this audiobook from the library. ...more
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