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  1. A moving, energetic read that shines a spotlight on plant conservation and the heroics behind saving our flora. If you care about nature or just love a good, heartfelt adventure, this one’s for you.

    "The Plant Messiah: Adventures in Search of the World's Rarest Species" by Carlos Magdalena is a captivating narrative that delves into the author's passion for plant conservation. Through engaging storytelling, Magdalena shares his experiences of embarking on expeditions to collect rare plant species, his innovative propagation techniques, and the heartbreaking realities of habitat destruction. is praised for its informative yet flowing narrative style that educates readers about the importance of plant diversity and conservation efforts.

    Though my sister and my brothers are interested in the natural world too, I am the only one of us who makes a living from it. My sister, Claudia, the oldest of my siblings, works in a Spanish version...
    June 2017
    277 pages

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    In the Garden of Iden
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    Book 1 in the series:The Company

    In the Garden of Iden - The Company by Kage Baker
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    A fresh, witty, and genre-bending mix of sci-fi, history, and romance; not for those seeking hard science fiction, but a must-try for readers who love character-driven adventures with sharp social commentary.

    In the book 'In the Garden of Iden' by Kage Baker, the story follows Mendoza, a young girl rescued from the brutal Spanish Inquisition and transformed into an immortal cyborg by a time-traveling organization known as Dr. Zeus. Tasked with saving rare plants from extinction in Tudor England, Mendoza navigates the complexities of the mortal world, encountering love, intrigue, and challenges to her preconceived notions about herself and The Company. The narrative blends elements of science fiction, historical fiction, and romance, offering a unique perspective on immortality, time travel, and human nature.

    The writing style of the book combines vivid historical detail with thought-provoking commentary on society and the human condition. Through the eyes of Mendoza, the reader experiences a blend of teenage verve, immortal wisdom, and emotional depth, as she grapples with her dual identity as a botanist for The Company and a young woman caught in a web of love and loyalty during a tumultuous period in English history.

    I AM A BOTANIST. I will write down the story of my life as an exercise, to provide the illusion of conversation in this place where I am now alone. It will be a long story, because it was a long road...
    1997
    336 pages

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