This special re-print edition of Benjamin Samuel Williams' book "The Orchid Grower's Manual" is a comprehensive guide to growing and collecting orchids with Brief Descriptions of 800 Species and Varieties of Orchidaceous Plants.Written in England in 1871 by a top orchid enthusiast, this classic text provides insights in breeding, exhibiting and growing orchids. A highly recommended read for those interested in orchids. In our opinion, the most comprehensive book available on orchids and orchid care. Note: This edition is a perfect facsimile of the original edition and is not set in a modern typeface. As a result, some type characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections or minor shadows in the page background.