There are so many that are wonderful. Favorites of mine that I keep
returning to both for beauty and scholarly information are Bechtel's Manual
of Cultivated Orchids and/or Pridgeon's The Illustrated Orchid Encyclopedia.
Neither are particularly practical for the how to's of growing but are great
references.

Isn't it fun to encourage another in our addictions? LOL

Frank
"neiljsalkind" wrote in message
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I would like to purchase a gift of a book for a new orchid fan. He is
beginning to grow orchids on his own and is quite smart so lots of
information, in addition to pictures, would be great. Also, does
anyone have any experience with the Orchid-of-the-month club? I'd like
to look into that as a gift as well. Thanks - Neil