Forty-one different species of tropical fish, among them a male Siamese fightingfish blowing his bubble nest and two kissing gourami; also, 26 species of marine plants. 20 plates, including 10 two-page spreads. Captions give common and scientific names.

important garden flowers--morning-glory, tulip, peony, daffodil, zinnia, dahlia, iris, petunia, delphinium, fox-glove, snapdragon, etc. Caption for each drawing gives common and scientific names, usual colors, blooming season, whether annual, perennial or biennial. Full color reproductions on covers. ..".a great way to acquaint children with some of the nation's most popular garden and wild flowers..."--Sacramento Bee.

Easiest way to recognize 30 most important culinary herbs: basil, dill, sage, thyme, marjoram, spearmint, oregano, chives, summer savory, etc. All plates shown in full color on covers. Identifications. "...the book will aid in identifying herbs in gardens."-Charleston Evening Post.

Cacti: familiar symbols of prickly endurance on stark landscapes. But the family cactacae ranges from Argentina to Canada and includes tropical Brazilian, West Indies flora as well as peyote. These 45 plates of over 25 species rendered for coloring provide an excellent primer on the plant. All in color on covers. Introduction, captions, hints for growing by Dr. C. S. Ripps.