Wildflowers and Ferns of Red River Gorge and the Greater Red River Basin by Dan and Judy Dourson.

I reckon if these days they can sell jeans for more if they are pre-washed and a little scruffy, you can put out a brand-new book that looks like it is worn out, too. Nothing against what is inside the covers of this book, of course, but I’m not a fan of this gimmick.  The title actually sells this book short. The book itself acknowledges help from people in a variety of disciplines and starts with “Prehistoric History,” “Cultural History,” and “Geology” and has chapters on slime molds, algae, quillworts, trees, rushes, and lots of Red River Gorge life beyond the ferns and wildflowers of the title. "In Wildflowers and Ferns of Red River Gorge and the Greater Red River Basin, Dan and Judy Dourson provide an in-depth review of botanical diversity in this fascinating region of eastern Kentucky. With its stunning photography, interesting text, and clear explanations, this book will appeal to naturalists of all backgrounds. Beginners will enjoy identifying plants they've discovered. Experie