Treasury of Flower Lore by Josephine Addison

Treasury of Flower Lore by Josephine Addison

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This illustrated volume should appeal to anyone interested in flowers, especially gardeners, flower arrangers and herbalists. The book provides all the relevant information from each flower's role in history, to the myths, folklore and old wives' tales which relate to it.

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Treasury of Flower Lore by Josephine Addison

This illustrated volume should appeal to anyone interested in flowers, especially gardeners, flower arrangers and herbalists. Over 100 flowers are illustrated, with a double-page spread devoted to each. The book provides all the relevant information from each flower's role in history, to the myths, folklore and old wives' tales which relate to it. Each flower's scientific and common names are fully explained, together with its contributions to natural and modern medicine. The book takes the reader through the seasons, linking each flower with the zodiac, festivals, celebrations and birthdays.
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ISBN 13 9780747520917
ISBN 10 0747520917
Title Treasury of Flower Lore
Author Josephine Addison
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Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published 1997-03-13
Number of pages 192
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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