it happens to do both a synthesis of the evolution of growing orchids, and is the only book presenting culture from the perspective of local culture (apartment, veranda ..) and directs the reader to culture " choice "of 500 orchids: the botanical presented are chosen with taste and are annotated sound advice; this book that surpasses all manner of Lecoufle known to date really a beautiful discovery guide NB: beware, access botanical in France excludes any purchase of garden center or big box = hybrid of Holland origin; it remains to amateur few local producers if they are privileged by their geographical location, some exhibitions. or, finally, the European producers by post: it sounds complicated, but nature has produced such natural splendors that would be a shame to miss I highly recommend this book!