Chasing the Ghost

After the author received a copy of William Keble Martin’s Concise British Flora in Colour on his 15th birthday, he set out to find all 1,500 illustrated flowers. Half a century later, this is the story of the hunt for the final 50 rare species, some confined to a single location. But this book is not only about flowers, it’s a heart-warming tale of fellowship with old botanical acquaintances and new friends whose generosity helped in his quest. As Marren says, “The twin summits of botany are finding a flower and making a friend.” Phil Gates Botanist