Moss and Lichen - Hardcover

Name: Moss and Lichen - Hardcover
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SKU: 9781789149395
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by Elizabeth Lawson

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by Elizabeth Lawson (Author)

A fascinating guide to the natural and cultural significance of mosses and lichens.

Moss and Lichen is a celebration of the extraordinary biology, beauty, and resilience of two unassuming organisms. Endowed with unique abilities to thrive in extreme habitats, mosses and lichens defy easy categorization. Mosses, which are integral to the plant kingdom, and lichens, which are a kingdom unto themselves, colonize a variety of landscapes from rainforests to deserts to urban streets. Long neglected for lacking flowers, these organisms are now beloved for their significant role in maintaining the health of our world's ecosystem.

Elizabeth Lawson describes how mosses and lichens shape landscapes, prevent erosion, and sequester carbon, but she also offers a wide-ranging introduction to the biologists, artists, and writers inspired by their beauty. Moss and Lichen will inspire a newfound appreciation for these unsung heroes of the natural world.

Author Biography

Elizabeth Lawson is a naturalist, writer, and former president of the American Primrose Society. Her books include Primrose, also in Reaktion Books' Botanical series.

Number of Pages: 256

Dimensions: 0.9 x 8.6 x 5.6 IN

Illustrated: Yes

Publication Date: February 27, 2025

ISBN	9781789149395
Author	Elizabeth Lawson
Publisher	Reaktion Books
Genre	Hobbies & interests and Education
Format	Hardcover
Published	February 2025
Language	ENG- English
Pages	256
Weight	1.0 lb
Target Audience	Adults
Print Size	Standard Print