One of the legendary books in the history of gardening. Dykes established modern classification of irises, described them full, (down to pollen), sorted out synonyms and errors in literature. 47 full-color paintings of irises by F.H. Round, 31 other illus.
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One of the legendary books in the history of gardening. Dykes established modern classification of irises, described them full, (down to pollen), sorted out synonyms and errors in literature. 47 full-color paintings of irises by F.H. Round, 31 other illus.
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1974 Dykes, William Rickatson THE GENUS IRIS NY: Dover Publications, Inc, c1974 245pp, index, With 47 coloured drawings by FH Round, other illustrations by CW Johnson, RM Cardew Large 4to, New hardbound in d/w,
Being the first bible of the genus Iris, this book has lost none of its charm. A reproduction of the original work, which is almost impossible to find or afford, this text has moved from botanical reference to the realm of the fine art of publishing . One particularly appreciates the original print reproductions, which lend a note of grace to this historical work.
