This comprehensive guide to the ferns of Southern Africa (covering South Africa, Swaziland, Lesotho, Botswana, and Namibia) throws new light on a category of plants that is little-described or featured. User-friendly and accessible, it will enable quick and sure identification of all 315 ferns known to occur in the region. The book features: A double-page spread per species with a full plate of multiple photographs, including close-ups; informative line drawings where necessary; detailed but clear descriptions.