Remains of a Rainbow

Flower & Garden Magazine, Feb, 2002

* REMAINS OF A RAINBOW

The Hawaiian Islands are among the most remote and environmentally unique places on earth. "Remains of a Rainbow-Rare Plants and Animals of Hawaii" (National Geographic Society; 2001; $65.00; 264 pages) by David Littschwager and Susan Middleton, consists of more than 140 full-color and black and white portraits capturing spectacular blooms, vividly patterned tree snails, iridescent insects and agile birds. With awesome photography and insightful comments, this book is sure to please all readers.