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A Gospel of Wild Flowers Anthony Foottit

A Gospel of Wild Flowers By Anthony Foottit

A Gospel of Wild Flowers by Anthony Foottit


$19.49
Condition - Very Good
7 in stock

Summary

Offering a portrait of the natural world, this work presents a painting of a different wild flower on each spread. It describes the plant and its practical uses, and then linking the plant and its properties to aspects of Christian thought and devotion.

A Gospel of Wild Flowers Summary

A Gospel of Wild Flowers by Anthony Foottit

This work is a thought-provoking portrait of the natural world, written by the former Bishop of Lynn and illustrated by celebrated artist Pat Albeck. Pat presents a beautiful painting of a different wild flower on each spread. Accompanying this is text by the Bishop describing the plant and its practical uses, and then linking the plant and its properties to aspects of Christian thought and devotion. This is a comforting book that will appeal primarily to mature people with a Christian inclination, but will also be appreciated by nature lovers of all ages. Full of thoughtful stories and insights, this is a gentle and peaceful book, written in a direct, open way that is both soothing and refreshing.

About Anthony Foottit

Anthony Foottit was Bishop of Lynn until he retired two years ago. He is now Honorary Assistant Bishop of the Norwich Diocese. Pat Albeck is a talented artist who has become a household name through her designs for the National Trust tea towels. She lives in Aldborough, Norwich.

Table of Contents

Foreword; Introduction; Flowers for New Year & Epiphany: Dandelion, Snowdrop, Columbine, Tufted Vetch, Gorse, Ivy, Foxglove, Oak, Crab Apple; Flowers for Lent & Easter: Sorrel, Plantain, Nettle, Violet, Cow Parsley, Willow, Moschatel, Pasque Flower, Primrose, Shepherd's Purse, Dog Rose, Horse Chesnut, Solomon's Seal, Bluebell, Speedwell; Flowers for Whitsun & Trinity: Guelder Rose, Clover, Hop, Lady's Smock, Honeysuckle, Ox-eye Daisy, Woody Nightshade, White Bryony, Spindle, Meadow Craneshill, Willowherb, Sea Holly, Thrift, Harebell, Buttercup, Red Campion, Fritillary, Periwinkle, Water Lily; Flowers for Autumn & Harvest: Bramble, Corn Cockle, Great Bindweed, Spear Thistle, Water Mint, Reed, Mushroom, Poppy; Flowers for Advent & Christmas: Great Mullein, Lords & Ladies, Holly, Mistletoe, Scots Pine; About the Author & Illustrator; Select Index Of Quotations; Acknowlegments.

Additional information

GOR001132912
9780715325728
0715325728
A Gospel of Wild Flowers by Anthony Foottit
Used - Very Good
Hardback
David & Charles
20061027
128
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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