{"title":"Ben-Erik van Wyk","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the renowned author and botanist, Ben-Erik van Wyk. If you've ever marvelled at the intricate world of plants and their invaluable contributions to our lives, you'll find his books both enlightening and essential. Specialising in the field of botany, Ben-Erik van Wyk brings the fascinating world of scientific knowledge to the everyday reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection features titles like \u003cem\u003eFood Plants of the World\u003c\/em\u003e, a comprehensive guide that explores the vast diversity of edible plants across the globe. This work is not only an essential reference for scientists and food enthusiasts but also a captivating read for anyone interested in understanding the relationship between plants and human culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're delving into the fascinating world of plants for the first time or are a seasoned botanist, Ben-Erik van Wyk’s beautifully illustrated and thoroughly researched books are a valuable resource. His accessible style and expert insights reveal the myriad wonders of the natural world, making complex scientific topics easy to understand and appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the world of science and nature with Ben-Erik van Wyk's writings, and let his knowledge enrich your understanding of the plants that sustain our lives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"food-plants-of-the-world-by-ben-erik-van-wyk-9781486311668","title":"Food Plants of the World","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants and plant-derived products make up the bulk of what we eat and drink every day, and people often wonder where their favourite food or drink comes from. This scientifically accurate photographic guide provides quick and informative answers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFood Plants of the World\u003c\/em\u003e is a comprehensive overview of the plants that provide us with food, beverages, spices, and flavours. It is written in easy-to-understand language but gives accurate scientific information on the plants and their uses. This expanded and revised edition of the book includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDescriptions of more than 400 food and flavour plants and their close relatives, including origin, history, cultivation, harvesting, properties, and culinary uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore than 1000 full-colour photographs, showing the plants, flowers, and plant parts that are used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIntroductory chapters on cereals, pulses (legumes), nuts and seeds, fruits, vegetables, culinary herbs, sugar plants, beverages, spices, and flavourings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInteresting facts about the historical and contemporary uses of the various plant-derived products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA checklist of more than 800 of the most important and well-known food plants of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998126559468,"sku":"9781486311668","price":110.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4825253482717.jpg?v=1763208644"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ben-erik-van-wyk.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}