A beautifully illustrated guide to the many varieties of native wild asters that thrive in the field and forest, this book offers a rare glimpse into the natural world of North America. With clear descriptions and detailed drawings, it is an invaluable resource for amateur botanists, nature lovers, and anyone interested in the rich biodiversity of our planet. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.