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In Search of Flowers of the Amazon Forests by Margaret Mee, Tony Morrison
SKU: B-003103

In Search of Flowers of the Amazon Forests

Authors: Margaret Mee , Tony Morrison
Special Features: Dust Jacket, Illustrated

Science & Nature Art, Design & Photography Biography & Memoir

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Margaret Mee’s “In Search of Flowers of the Amazon Forests,” co‑authored with Tony Morrison, is a richly illustrated hardcover that blends art, botany and travel memoir. Published in 1989 by Nonesuch Expeditions, this vintage volume offers 302 pages of watercolor paintings and firsthand observations of the Amazon’s rare wildflowers.

The book’s dust jacket and internal illustrations showcase Mee’s celebrated botanical art, making it a standout title for collectors of art & culture, natural history and geography. Its narrative style appeals to both young adults and adult readers interested in memoir, biography and the beauty of disappearing rainforests.

As part of the historical series, this edition captures the 1980s era of exploration and environmental awareness, providing a unique perspective on plant science and artistic documentation. The combination of detailed sketches and thoughtful prose makes it a valuable addition to any library focused on art history, botany or travel memoirs.