Livres de fleurs du XVIe au XXe siècle dans les collections de la Bibliothèque universitaire Moretus Plantin. 2nd rev. ed. 2018. (Public. de la Bibliothèque universitaire Moretus Plantin). illus. 159 p. Hardcover.- In French.

This book is a vibrant tribute to the talent of their authors, these "artists on paper". From drawing to engraving to photography, it traces the history of botanical illustration from the 16th to the 20th century. The exhibition is rounded off by a number of themes: the tulip, the orchid and the fern, all of which aroused great passion at one time or another. The engraving and printing techniques used throughout the ages are explained through the tulip and its representations.

First published in 1984, this ground-breaking work remains a French reference on the subject. With this new edition, enhanced by numerous colour reproductions, the Library is fortunate to once again be able to showcase some of the many marvels preserved in its Precious Reserves. It's a book that will appeal to everyone, from botanical experts to passionate readers.