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1.
German
Augustus Verlag, Munich, Germany, 2002. ISBN 3-8043-7249-X. Revised 3. edition. In German. Hardcover. 136 pages, colour photos.
The fascinating world of carnivorous plants for home growers which have a taste for the exceptional. Extensive hints on culture and care plus advice on propagation. Some 200 species are covered individually. With photo studies on prey capture.
| [pristine, brand-new copies] |
| (in print title, can be reordered within a week) | € 15.00 (ca. US$ 21) |
2.
German
info
Verlag Thomas Carow, Nüdlingen, Germany, 2000. ISBN 3-9801839-1-2. 13. edition. In German. Paperback. 72 pages, 2 b/w photos, 25 colour photos, b/w drawings.
Chapters: Introduction (1 p.); Past history (2 p.); Plants developed cought organs (2 p.); Pitfall traps (14 p.); Lobster trap (2 p.); Flypaper traps (14 p.); Steel type traps (6 p.); Suction mousetrap (4 p.); Culture (11 p.); List of species (12 p.); Societies and Literature (1 p.). A nice small book with useful information for the novice. Even though quite short, it's worth spending money. Reprinted every few years with a revised list of known CP species.
| [pristine, brand-new copies] | [ca. 160g] |
| (in print title, can be reordered within a week) | € 8.60 (ca. US$ 12) |
3.
English
Natural History Publications Borneo, Sdn. Bhd., Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 1997. ISBN 983-8120-15-4. Limited, numbered and signed edition. In English. Hardcover with dustwrapper and slipcase. XII+207 pages, 110 colour photos, 12 b/w photos.
Contents: Introduction; Plant Structure; Ecology; The Species; The Natural Hybrids; Conservation. An excellent book on 31 Nepenthes of Borneo taking into account latest taxonomic research! Review CPN 27(4), 1998, p. 115 by Barry Meyers-Rice: 'All carnivorous plant enthusiasts interested in Nepenthes should buy this book. It's photographs alone make it worth the cost!'
The fantastic limited edition (only 750 copies worldwide!) is numbered and signed by the author Charles Clarke. In addition to the regular edition it features a sturdy slipcase with two further excellent fullsized colour photos.
I no longer stock this title but it can still be ordered directly from the publishers Natural History Publications, Malaysia.
| [ca. 1250g] |
| (I sold all copies, but see red text above!) | € 0.00 (ca. US$ 0) (see above) |
4.
English
Natural History Publications Borneo, Sdn. Bhd., Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 2001. ISBN 983-8120-50-2. In English. Hardcover with dustwrapper. x+325 pages, 148 colour photos, 3 colour maps, 6 drawings.
I no longer stock this title but it can still be ordered directly from the publishers Natural History Publications, Malaysia.
| [ca. 1350g] |
| (I sold all copies, but see red text above!) | € 0.00 (ca. US$ 0) (see above) |
5.
English
Natural History Publications Borneo, Sdn. Bhd., Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 2001. ISBN 983-8120-57-X. In English. Stapled softcover. iv+41 pages, 59 colour photos, 2 colour maps, 7 b/w drawings, 3 b/w illustrations.
The author says: "Unlike my two other books, this one is not aimed at scientists. It is just a general guide to the pitcher plants of Sabah which, hopefully, will be of interest to people who would like to know more about pitcher plants, but who do not wish to purchase a monograph on them! The primary market is international and regional visitors to Mount Kinabalu, but it is also hoped that it will appeal to carnivorous plant enthusiasts as well."
Anyway, this booklet is a beauty! There is a general introduction to the state of Sabah and Nepenthes, plus short passages (and lots of photos!) of the different species. A few plates from the author's other texts have also been incorporated. In all, 20 species are illustrated and discussed, along with several natural hybrids.
| [pristine, brand-new copies] | [ca. 160g] |
| (only a few copies available!) | € 12.00 (ca. US$ 17) |
6.
English
Natural History Publications Borneo, Sdn. Bhd., Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 2002. ISBN 983-8120-61-8. In English. Stapled softcover. iv+32 pages.
see previous booklet's review for series idea.
In all, 10 species and natural hybrids are illustrated and discussed.
| [pristine, brand-new copies] | [ca. 160g] |
| (only a few copies available!) | € 12.00 (ca. US$ 17) |
7.
English
Dover Publications, New York, NY, USA, 1976. ISBN 0-486-23321-9. Reprint of the 1. edition. In English. Paperback. XVI+352 pages, 11 plates, 38 b/w photos.
Much information on anatomy, histology and early experiments with digestion. A very good book with extended references and index. Juniper et al. write in their book that together with Darwin this book should be in a library of every CP botanically founded enthusiast!
This is the later unabridged softcover edition which is scarce as well!
| [antiquarian, good condition] | [ca. 420g] |
| (only a few copies available!) | € 100.00 (ca. US$ 143) |
8.
English
Boethius Press, Aberystwyth, Wales, 1990. ISBN 0-86314-176-5. In English. Hardcover with dustwrapper. 145 pages.
A very interesting and hilarious book with facsimiles of an original pamphlet and the manuscripts of John Ellis. No photo or growing tips book but an interesting journey showing the historical aspects of VFTs. Printed in limited numbers - this book's a pearl! 12 p. of references. Review CPN 24(2), 1991 p.124 by D.E.Schnell.
| [last pristine, brand-new copies (title is now out-of-print!)] | [ca. 570g] |
| (only a few copies available!) | € 51.00 (ca. US$ 73) |
9.
English
Toihaan Publishing Company, Sdn. Bhd., Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 2002. ISBN 983-404-211-6. In English. Hardcover. viii+136 pages.
Impressed by the beauty and elegance of the pitcher plants of the family Nepenthaceae, the author and his wife made annual trips for 12 years to Sabah and Sarawak, Malaysian states on the island of Borneo, to study and photograph the numerous endemic pitcher plants in their natural, frequently remote, habitats. They were fascinated by the biological singularity of the nutrition, survival and propa- gation cycle of these plants, and particularly by their carnivorous technique and exodigestion of proteins. The author also became increasingly attracted by the beauty of these plants' homelands, the peaks, the highlands and lowlands of Borneo, which he visited with expert guides on many expeditions. In this book the pitchers (and plants) of all Nepenthes species of Sabah and Sarawak, and some endemic Kalimantan species, are illus- trated. Their particularities, including many natural hybrids, are described. The threats to these wonderful tropical plants as well as possible ways of ensuring their survival in their original habitat are also discussed. The book will interest both scientists and naturalists as it endea- vours to give a simple approach to this family of plants from the tropical forests of Borneo.
About the author:
Hugo Steiner is a Swiss citizen who graduated from the University of Zurich as a medical doctor specialising in endocrinology. He worked for several years as the leader of a research group in experimental endocrinology for Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd. in Basel, Switzerland. He has also done research work in Sweden, Italy, France and Germany. In 1965, Dr. Steiner served as team leader of a International Red Cross mission in North Yemen. From 1976 to 1998 he had a private medical practice, specialising in endocrinology and diabetes, in Basel. Between 1991 and 2002 Dr. Steiner and his wife spent a month each year in Borneo, visiting the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak. They also made frequent visits to Morocco and Tunisia, which resulted in a book on Roman cities in Northern Africa and another about the Roman capital of Volubilis in central Morocco.
I no longer stock this title but it can still be ordered directly from the author Hugo Steiner, Switzerland or from the publishers Natural History Publications, Malaysia.
| [ca. 710g] |
| (I sold all copies, but see red text above!) | € 0.00 (ca. US$ 0) (see above) |
SECTION taxonomic monographs
T1.
German
E. Schweizerbart'sche Verlagsbuchhandlung, Stuttgart, Germany, 1966. ISSN 0067-7892. In: Bibliotheca Botanica, Vol. 31, Heft 127/128. In German and Latin. Wraps. viii+209 pages, 46 drawings, 16 plates, maps.
It deals with all Pings known at that time. The chapters: General part: History of the genus' systematics, Morphology, Embryology, Cytology, Ecology, Chorology, Biochemical and medical aspects, Evolutionary development; Special part: Subgenus Isoloba (20 species), Subgenus Temnoceras (9 species), Subgenus Pinguicula (17 species), Hybrids, Nomina dubia, Determination key. Especially the Mexican Pings need a review, nevertheless this is still the most important monograph of this genus to date. An excellent work!
I no longer stock this title but it can still be ordered directly from the German publishers Verlag Schweizerbart.
| [ca. 1030g] |
| (I sold all copies, but see red text above!) | € 0.00 (ca. US$ 0) (see above) |
T2.
Bishen Singh Mahendra Palsingh, India, 1991. ISBN 3-7682-2026-5. In: Das Pflanzenreich, Heft 26, IV.112. Reprint of the 1. edition. In German and Latin. Wraps. 136 pages, 286 b/w drawings, 1 map.
In German with Latin plant descriptions and Latin key to species. An often cited work. Still the most important monograph of the genus Drosera, however, a review of the genus is needed. 40 Pages with b/w drawings.
| [pristine, brand-new copies] | [ca. 250g] |
| (in print title, sold at German import price) | ca. € 24.61 (ca. US$ 35) (€ 23 + 7% VAT) |
T3.
English
Laundon, J. R.:
DROSERACEAE
Series: Flora of Tropical East Africa
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Kew, England, 1959. 1. edition. In English. Paperback. 6 pages, 11 b/w drawings.
Describes 5 species of Drosera. 11 b/w drawings in 1 plate.
I sell some remaining copies of the two booklets "Lentibulariaceae" (see below under "Taylor") and "Droseraceae". Price: 20 Euros for both.
| [antiquarian, excellent to pristine] |
| (only a few copies available!) | € 20.00 (ca. US$ 29) (price is for two issues of the series, see above!) |
T4.
Bishen Singh Mahendra Palsingh, India, 1991. ISBN 3-7682-2047-8. In: Das Pflanzenreich, Heft 47, (IV.147.III) + IV.116. Reprint of the 1. edition. In English and Latin. Wraps. 139 pages, 168 b/w drawings.
In English with Latin plant descriptions.
Issue 47 of Engler's 'Das Pflanzenreich' features two contributions:
Pax, F.: 'Euphorbiaceae - Cluytieae' (contribution IV.147.III, 124 pages, 144 illustrations in 35 figures) and MacFarlane, J.M.: 'Cephalotaceae' (contribution IV.116, 15 pages, 24 illustrations in 4 figures)
| [pristine, brand-new copies] | [ca. 220g] |
| (in print title, sold at German import price) | ca. € 24.61 (ca. US$ 35) (€ 23 + 7% VAT) |
T5.
Bishen Singh Mahendra Palsingh, India, 1991. ISBN 3-7682-2036-2. In: Das Pflanzenreich, Heft 36, IV.111. Reprint of the 1. edition. In English and Latin. Wraps. 92 pages, 95 drawings.
English introduction (26 p.), latin plant descriptions and latin key to 58 species plus about 75 hybrids. 19 pages with b/w drawings.
| [pristine, brand-new copies] | [ca. 150g] |
| (in print title, sold at German import price) | ca. € 18.19 (ca. US$ 26) (€ 17 + 7% VAT) |
T6.
Bishen Singh Mahendra Palsingh, India, 1991. ISBN 3-7682-2034-6. In: Das Pflanzenreich, Heft 34, IV.110. Reprint of the 1. edition. In English and Latin. Wraps. 39 pages, 1 b/w photo, 43 drawings.
English introduction (24 p.). Latin description of Darlingtonia, Heliamphora nutans, 7 species of Sarracenia (but S. leucophylla is referred as S. Drummondii, S. alata as S. Sledgei) and about 30 Sarracenia hybrids. 19 pages with b/w drawings.
| [pristine, brand-new copies] | [ca. 90g] |
| (in print title, sold at German import price) | ca. € 9.63 (ca. US$ 14) (€ 9 + 7% VAT) |
T7.
English
Taylor, Peter:
LENTIBULARIACEAE
Series: Flora of Tropical East Africa
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Kew, England, 1973. ISBN 0-85592-025-4. 1. edition. In English. Paperback. 28 pages, 42 b/w drawings, 1 map.
Describes 22 species of Utricularia and 2 species of Genlisea. 42 b/w drawings in 3 plates plus a distribution map.
I sell some remaining copies of the two booklets "Droseraceae" (see above under "Laundon") and "Lentibulariaceae". Price: 20 Euros for both.
| [antiquarian, excellent to pristine] |
| (only a few copies available!) | € 20.00 (ca. US$ 29) (price is for two issues of the series, see above!) |
T8.
English
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Kew, England, 1994. ISBN 0-11-250046-3. Reprint of the 1. edition. In English. Paperback. 724 pages.
Incl. 220 p. of line drawings and 8 halftone plates. An excellent monograph of bladderworts covering 214 recognized species, morphology and anatomy of the genus, splendid keys, complete bibliography and index... According to the review CPN 19(1&2), 1990, p.51-2 by D.E. Schnell 'I can recommend this book without reservation, and it should be in the personal library of all serious CP students...', see also CPN 20(1&2), 1991.
I no longer stock this title but it can still be ordered directly from the publishers Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, England.
| [ca. 1450g] |
| (I sold all copies, but see red text above!) | € 0.00 (ca. US$ 0) (see above) |
SECTION specials and misc.
S1.
English
Missouri Botanical Garden Press, St. Louis, MO, USA, 1995-2001-.... In English. Hardcover. data: see below.
Located in the southeastern half of Venezuela, the Venezuelan Guayana is the core area of what has been called 'The Lost World'. The area is dominated by massive table mountains, locally known as tepuis, that tower over surrounding rain forests and savannas with much of the area still in pristine condition. It is home to nearly 10,000 species of vascular plants, including many endemic species and genera. Also published by the Missouri Botanical Garden. Nine volumes are anticipated for publication. A great comprehensive work for anyone interested in the flora of this region.
Map Set: Vegetation and Topographical Maps of the Venezuelan Guayana
These two maps (63 x 90 cm) are included with Volume 1 but additional sets can be ordered separately. Two-map set professionally folded to 16 x 22 cm.
Vol. 1: Introduction
1995, ISBN 0881923133, XXII+320-pp 84-cPh 10-bPh 51-bD 2-M
Vol.1 is an illustrated general introduction to the flora area, with chapters on geography, history of botanical exploration, vegetation types, conservation, and floristics and endemism. A newly developed key to the families of seed plants is provided, as well as 44 pages of color plates and two oversized color maps showing topography and vegetation types in the flora area. Index.
Vol. 2: Pteridophytes, Spermatophytes (Acanthaceae - Araceae)
1995, ISBN 0881923265, XIV+706-pp 618-bD
Vol.2 begins the alphabetical sequence of family treatments, first within the ferns and fern allies, then followed by the initial 11 families of seed plants (Acanthaceae to Araceae). The treatments are designed to facilitate identification of plants in the region by providing keys to the genera and species, full family and genus descriptions, and habit illustrations of over half the species treated. 1113 species treated. Index.
Vol. 3: Spermatophytes (Araliaceae-Cactaceae)
1997, ISBN 0915279460, 774-pp 628-bD
Vol.3 contains families: Araliaceae, Arecaceae, Aristolochiaceae, Asclepiadaceae, Asteraceae, Balanophoraceae, Basellaceae, Begoniaceae, Bignoniaceae, Bixaceae, Bombacaceae, Boraginaceae, Brassicaceae, Bromeliaceae, Brunelliaceae, Burmanniaceae, Burseraceae, Buxaceae, Cabombaceae, and Cactaceae. 1285 species treated. Index.
Vol. 4: Spermatophytes (Caesalpiniaceae-Ericaceae)
1998, ISBN 0915279525, 799-pp 621-bD
Vol.4 contains families: Caesalpiniaceae, Campanulaceae, Cannaceae, Capparaceae, Caprifoliaceae, Caricaceae, Caryocaraceae, Caryolphyllaceae, Cecropiaceae, Celastraceae, Chenopodiaceae, Chloranthaceae, Chrysobalanaceae, Clethraceae, Clusiaceae, Combretaceae, Commelinaceae, Connaraceae, Convolvulaceae, Costaceae, Crassulaceae, Cucurbitaceae, Cunoniaceae, Cuscutaceae, Cyclanthaceae, Cyperaceae, Cyrillaceae, Dichapetalaceae, Dilleniaceae, Dioscoreaceae, Droseraceae, Ebenaceae, Elaeocarpaceae, Eremolepidaceae, Ericaceae. 1329 species treated. Index.
Vol. 5: Spermatophytes (Eriocaulaceae-Lentibulariaceae)
1999, ISBN 0915279711, xvii + 833-pp 707-bD
Volume 5 continues the treatment of the Spermatophyte families alphabetically from Eriocaulaceae through Lentibulariaceae, a total of 29 families. The volume treats 270 genera and 1,304 species.
Vol. 6: Spermatophytes (Liliaceae-Myrsinaceae)
2001, ISBN 0915279819, 803-pp 657-bD
This sixth volume of the series is richly illustrated with 657 black-and-white line drawings by Venezuelan artist Bruno Manara, more than half of the 1,217 species treated and one or more per genus. Included in the volume are the seed plant families Liliaceae through Myrsinaceae.
I no longer stock this series but it can still be ordered directly from the publishers Missouri Botanical Garden Press, MO, USA.
| (I sold all copies, but see red text above!) | € 0.00 (ca. US$ 0) (see above) |
SECTION prints
P1.
German
info
Sanna Dembowski, Munich, Germany, 2000. In German. Loose in black cardboard portfolio. data: see below. Limited to 50 copies.
Portfolio with 5 Drosera prints and booklet with covering text, strictly limited to 50 series. Execution: photolithographs on quality cardboard, 13cm x 22,5cm. Each series is numbered and signed (on the rear) by the artist. The prints are put loosely into a black folder and thus can be framed without difficulties. Enclosed is a booklet (6 pages) with (German) descriptions of Genus Drosera and of the 5 portrayed species:
D. dichrosepala, D. prolifera, D. aliciae, D. rotundifolia and D. binata var. dichotoma.
| [pristine, brand-new copies of the LIMITED EDITION (see above)] |
| (only a few copies available!) | € 60.00 (ca. US$ 86) |
