What inspired the author to focus on orchid collecting as a lens into human obsession?
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The Orchid Thief

The Orchid Thief
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What inspired the author to focus on orchid collecting as a lens into human obsession?
Did anyone else feel a sense of both admiration and unease towards the characters' obsession with orchids?
How much of the narrative do you think is shaped by Orlean's personal perspective versus objective reportage?