I really enjoyed this collection of 19 essays about moss. Subjects include much of the author's research into mosses' reproduction, how they spread, how they've been used in the past (such as in diapers), and how they establish themselves on rocks. The essays are thoughtful and very well written, including a lot of scientific detail but also very personal stories about the author's adventures on field trips or consulting for mysterious landowners who want to create a moss garden instantaneously. I enjoyed the many line drawings of mosses throughout the book but would have loved to see some color photographs included as well.
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