TY - BOOK AU - Torre,Dan TI - Carnivorous plants T2 - Botanical SN - 9781789140521 AV - QK917 .T677 2019 PY - 2019/// CY - London, UK PB - Reaktion Books, Ltd KW - Carnivorous plants KW - Pictorial works KW - History KW - Utilization N1 - Includes bibliographical references (pages 205-212) and index; The natural history of carnivorous plants -- More than just a meal -- A remarkable discovery -- Attack of the killer plants -- Magnificent carnivores -- Collecting, growing and conserving carnivorous plants N2 - "Carnivorous plants are a unique group, possessing modified leaves to trap, kill and consume small creatures. As a result they are often depicted as killers in films and literature, yet others regard them 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."-- ER -