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The Scent of Scandal: Greed, Betrayal, and the World’s Most Beautiful Orchid

SKU:  SP 639
Explore the intriguing world of the Phragmipedium kovachii, hailed as the most coveted orchid discovery of its time after its unearthing in Peru in 2002. Witness as its allure drives prices to unprecedented heights, reaching a staggering $10,000 on the black market, leading even the most level-headed individuals to bend rules and skirt laws in their quest to possess it.

Award-winning journalist Craig Pittman, renowned for his coverage in the St. Petersburg (now Tampa Bay) Times, meticulously unveils this fascinating narrative. Through Pittman's insightful storytelling, the intricate web of smugglers, scientists, and federal investigators is unraveled, shedding light on the true culprits behind this captivating saga.

Summer selection for the Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Book Club - save 20% off list price (normally $20.95).

The Scent of Scandal: Greed, Betrayal, and the World’s Most Beautiful Orchid

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SKU:  SP 639
Weight:  1.00
Price: $16.76
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