Francis Kingdon Ward Books

Frank Kingdon-Ward was an English botanist and adventurer who dedicated nearly fifty years to expeditions in remote parts of Asia, including Tibet, northwestern China, and Myanmar. His extensive plant collections, featuring discoveries like the first viable seeds of the Himalayan blue poppy, significantly enriched the botanical world. Beyond his scientific pursuits, he was also involved in clandestine operations for the British India Office and survived numerous perilous situations that would deter most. Kingdon-Ward's legacy endures not only in botany but also in the species named in his honor and his vivid accounts of exploration.