A Cactus Odyssey: Journeys in the Wilds of Bolivia, Peru, and Argentina

Three avid field biologists with a lifelong passion for succulents recount their adventures traveling in search of cacti in South America. Includes some 200 superb color photographs, along with vivid descriptions of unusual cacti growing in environments ranging from sea-level rainforest to 8,000-foot elevations. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)