The Scent of Scandal - (Florida History and Culture) by Craig Pittman (Paperback)

The Scent of Scandal is a gripping true story of obsession, greed, and lust for the unobtainable.

This rare flower, Phragmipedium kovachii, has captured the extreme competition, unique characters, and general insanity that often typify the orchid world.

The collision between Selby's scientists and the smugglers of this rare ladyslipper orchid led to search warrants, a grand jury investigation, and criminal charges, making headlines around the country.

Craig Pittman unravels this tangled web to shine a spotlight on flaws in the international treaties governing trade in endangered wildlife.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the fascinating world of orchids and the lengths people will go to possess something truly rare and beautiful.