Native Orchids of the Southern Appalachian Mountains

A Virginia freelance naturalist with an orchid species named after him profiles 52 species found in the Southern Appalachians. This precise but not pedantic field guide features Bentley's fine color photography, county-by-county range maps, tips for locating and preserving wild orchids and their habitat, and a basic plant glossary. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)