Author: Norman Todd. Published by The Victoria Rhododendron Society, Victoria, BC., 2011, 1st Edition. Ultra Rare: Flat Signed by the Author on the title page. A Like New Condition SOFTCOVER Book. Size: 9 x 6 inch, 228 pages.THE COMPLETE WIT & WISDOM OF NORMAN TODD, by The Victoria Rhododendron Society, is a very rare collection of 74 excellent articles written by the renowned North American rhododendron enthusiast, Mr. Norman Todd, of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Norman A. Todd (October 11, 1930 - July 21, 2017) A lover of rhododendrons, a devourer of books, and a grandfather of particular talent, Norm always had time for a chat and a laugh. As a young naval architect, Norm left his native Scotland for Quebec City. Fiancée Jean soon joined him and they married on a snowy Christmas Eve in 1953. In the 1960s, they began raising a family in Ottawa, where Norm worked for the federal government while earning a post-graduate degree from Carleton University. The family moved to Victoria in 1972 so Norm could oversee construction of the Institute of Ocean Sciences (Patricia Bay). He remained there as Chief of Management Services until his retirement in 1987. Victoria's rhododendrons inspired Norm. He helped establish the Victoria chapter of the American Rhododendron Society, an organization he propagated as carefully as any cutting in his greenhouse. He shared his passion without reservation: he published extensively, lectured and consulted, organized conventions, and charmed countless visitors over the years at Firwood Nursery. Norm was husband of 63 years to Jean, father to children Ian (Tobi) and Elizabeth (Aaron), and beloved "Grumpy" to cherished grandchildren Genevieve, Charles, and Tucker. HISTORY OF THE VICTORIA RHODODENDRON SOCIETY: The Victoria Rhododendron Society is a group of people from all walks of life whose common interest is growing rhododendrons. Our organization was formed in 1979 as a community of like-minded people who enjoy, grow and collect these special plants. We are a chapter within the American Rhododendron Society and belong to the BC Council of Garden Clubs. For more info on this group, please see: Home - Victoria Rhododendron Society 1st Edition & Signed by the AuthorISBN: 9780969398929GC&C Stock #1794
