Description
Paperback cover is scuffed, rippled, and has some wear along the corners/edges. Pages are clean inside. Back of book is rippling due to slight water damage. Binding is secure.
This well-loved copy of “Manitou Springs Wildflowers” by Nicholas D. Weiner bears the gentle marks of a book that has been treasured and frequently consulted. Despite its weathered exterior, the interior pages remain crisp and untarnished, a testament to the care with which it has been handled. Weiner’s comprehensive guide to the diverse flora of Manitou Springs, Colorado, is a true labor of love, meticulously cataloging the region’s rich botanical heritage. Published in 1995, this volume captures a pivotal moment in the conservation efforts of the American West, as awareness of the need to protect fragile ecosystems was growing. For collectors, this book represents not only a valuable reference work but also a piece of regional history, a window into the natural wonders that have drawn visitors to Manitou Springs for generations. Readers will delight in Weiner’s vivid descriptions and detailed illustrations, which bring the wildflowers to life on the page.