Suggestions for books on different genera

[Dusty Ol' Man]

Originally Posted by MateoinLosAngeles

I would need to get a Windows computer only for this! Honestly, I might!

If you are using an Apple computer, there should be an emulation program either already installed, or available from Apple. I use a Linux system for everything and have had no issues installing Windows-based software.

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Originally Posted by Roberta

Parsons and Gerritsen Compendium of Miniature Orchid Species 2nd edition
The orchids are miniature, the books aren't! 4 volumes.

I found a used copy of volume 1 online. The price was.....$1385!!!
Volume 2 was not available. Didn't check for the others.

[Roberta]

Originally Posted by Dusty Ol' Man

I found a used copy of volume 1 online. The price was.....$1385!!!
Volume 2 was not available. Didn't check for the others.

The second edition (4 volumes) is in print (The first edition is out of print, so you'll find "whatever the market will bear" prices). It ships from the UK. listed price is £199.96 . At current rate of exchange, about $254 (USD) plus shipping which I think is around $60. So not inexpensive, but within reason - and a magnificent set of books. My previous post has a link to the publisher.

[Dusty Ol' Man]

Originally Posted by Roberta

The second edition (4 volumes) is in print (The first edition is out of print, so you'll find "whatever the market will bear" prices)

I had to chuckle when I saw that price. It isn't that important for me to own. But I'll check out the other one. I'm going to pm you about the Orchidwiz software. I have a question and don't what to clog up the thread.

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Originally Posted by Roberta

The second edition (4 volumes) is in print (The first edition is out of print, so you'll find "whatever the market will bear" prices). It ships from the UK. listed price is £199.96 . At current rate of exchange, about $254 (USD) plus shipping which I think is around $60. So not inexpensive, but within reason - and a magnificent set of books. My previous post has a link to the publisher.

Went to the linked page and see what you are talking about. I then learned the books are availble on Internet Archive for 1 hour downloads. A borrow like an ebook from a library.

[MateoinLosAngeles]

Originally Posted by Dusty Ol' Man

If you are using an Apple computer, there should be an emulation program either already installed, or available from Apple. I use a Linux system for everything and have had no issues installing Windows-based software.

Unfortunately, since Apple uses its own processors now (the M series), installing Windows partitions is not possible (it used to be on Intel-based Macs). The only option is to run a virtual machine, and the only software installable is Windows 11 for ARM. These cost over $100, sometimes as a yearly subscription, so it might be cheaper to buy a refurbished Chromebook just to run OrchidWiz...

[Roberta]

Originally Posted by MateoinLosAngeles

Unfortunately, since Apple uses its own processors now (the M series), installing Windows partitions is not possible (it used to be on Intel-based Macs). The only option is to run a virtual machine, and the only software installable is Windows 11 for ARM. These cost over $100, sometimes as a yearly subscription, so it might be cheaper to buy a refurbished Chromebook just to run OrchidWiz...

Probably a better idea. I hate the concept of "renting" software (subscriptions)
I sure wish someone would take over OW (like AOS). It is such a valuable resource, so many things could go wrong and cause it to be lost.