{"title":"Roy Lancaster","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating world of horticulture through the eyes of renowned plantsman Roy Lancaster. Known for his extensive expertise and passion for botany, Lancaster has captured the imagination of gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. His works are not just about the science of plants but also about the stories and adventures behind their discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a career spanning decades, Roy Lancaster's books serve as both an inspiration and an educational journey, providing insights into plant history and the intricate details of their cultivation. Whether you're diving into his personal experiences in \u003cem\u003eRoy Lancaster: My Life with Plants\u003c\/em\u003e or learning about the geographical journeys that informed his work, each book is a treasure trove of botanical wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for readers interested in Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, Lancaster's narratives bring his expeditions and discoveries to life. His writing is both engaging and informative, making complex horticultural concepts accessible to everyone. Delve into this selection and uncover the fascinating stories behind the flora that enrich our world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"roy-lancaster-by-roy-lancaster-9780993389252","title":"Roy Lancaster","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrated plantsman Roy Lancaster's birth on 5th December 1937 was the start of something big for plants and horticulture. His chance find of a Mexican tobacco plant in a local allotment brought him fame as a Bolton schoolboy and sowed the seeds of his future career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRoy Lancaster\u003c\/em\u003e is the story of his adventures as he sees tropical plants for the first time in the jungles of Malaya, meets Roberto Burle Marx at his garden near Rio de Janeiro, and hunts for pitcher plants in North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWell-known for his encyclopaedic botanical knowledge and for introducing many popular garden plants, Roy is also a consummate storyteller and wise philosopher. His acute sense of life's comic moments, spirited sense of adventure, and respect for the natural world make this a remarkable read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47253504393452,"sku":"9780993389252","price":85.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18700133482541.jpg?v=1769472807"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/roy-lancaster.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}