Extraordinary Leaves

This book, a collaboration between a nature photographer and a botanist, celebrates the astonishing variety of leaves. Leaves appear everywhere in various shapes, colors, and textures, and this guide celebrates them.

Author and botanist Dennis Schrader explains that he took a more intimate look at all aspects of leaves, including their uses, historical significance, scientific processes, and simple beauty. Photographer Stephen Green-Armytage discovered the beauty of leaves while browsing in a greenhouse and spent years studying them. His strikingly beautiful photography in the book showcases intricate patterns. Through words and images, this book provides an insightful tour of color, pattern, texture, and shape.