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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 literaturefrom Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors to the world-dominating plants of The Day of the Triffidsyet 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 flytrapa species endemic to the Carolinasto pitcher plants, this fascinating history of these singular, arresting, beautiful, yet deadly plants is certain to be devoured.
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