Flower Wisdom by Katherine Kear

Flower Wisdom by Katherine Kear

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From the poppies of Flanders to the purity of the lily and the faery origin of the daisy, this book explores the ancient beliefs and customs surrounding the many roles flowers have played in human lives through time.

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Flower Wisdom by Katherine Kear

An illustrated exploration of the myths, magic and healing powers of the best known and loved flowers of the Westen hemisphere. This is a comprehensive guide to the ancient beliefs and customs surrounding the flowers through time. From the poppies of Flanders -- symbols of sleep and oblivion -- to the purity of the lily and the faery origin of the daisy, this book explores the ancient beliefs and customs surrounding the many roles flowers have played in human lives through time. All the best-loved flowers are here, described in both physical and symbolic detail. Includes the Daisy, Bluebell, Lily, Anemone, Poppy, Daffodil, Rose, Tulip, Violet, Snowdrop, Cowslip, Primrose, Marigold, Buttercup, Clover, Cowparsley, Dandelion, Foxglove, Honeysuckle, Crysanthemum, Iris and Carnation.
Katherine Kear has worked with flowers for over 25 years, both commercially and more recently as a lecturer, writing and creating features on the folklore, myth, superstition and tradtions surrounding flowers.
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ISBN 13 9780722539965
ISBN 10 0722539967
Title Flower Wisdom
Author Katherine Kear
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Year published 2000-07-17
Number of pages 256
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.