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This Encyclopedia of Roses is a comprehensive compendium presenting over 4,000 different garden roses along with the most important wild roses. This standard work, unique for its kind on the subject is therefore not simply a must for all lovers of gardens, but is also, due to the wealth of information it contains, a reliable reference work for botanists and breeders. Beautiful color photo- graphs introduce the fascinating world of roses and showcase their wonderful variety. The descriptions accompanying each individual species of rose con: tain detailed information on shape, color, growth, and flowering behavior. Those with a passion for roses will appreciate the extra information about the discovery and naming of each rose.