Volume 1: Rhodophyta. Part 2B: Corallin- ales, Hildenbrandiales, by Linda M. Irvine and Yvonne M. Chamberlain. 1994.(Reprint 2011) 1 col.pl. 118 figs. 1 map. VII,276 p. 8vo. Paper bd.

This volume is stylistically similar to earlier titles in the series and is written by leading authorities in red algae. All subfamilies,genera and species are described, notes on ecology and distribution given, and each named species is illustrated by one or more half-tones or line drawings showing distinctive features. User-friendly keys are provided to enable identification of genera and species. Special features of this volume are the concise but comprehensive and practical introduction and a complete re-evaluation of British Isles taxa in consultation with other international specialists. In addition, one new species and three new combinations are proposed.

Second hand copy. .Colors of cover faded.