Publisher's Synopsis
Spotlighted in Booklist as a 'fine series', these lively books serve up a cornucopia of information on a variety of edible plants. Explore topics ranging from where the plants originated; how they were first cultivated; how they're currently grown, processed and sold; to how they're eaten around the world and what their scientific applications are. Each book includes cross-sectional diagrams of the focus plants, literary quotes, nutritional information, sidebars, recipes and activities. Illustrated in full-colour and b/w throughout. Ages 10-12.
