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The Hidden Histories of Flowers
Fascinating Stories of Flora
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From the symbolism and meaning behind flowers and how these have evolved over time, to how humans interact with flowers based on cultural and geographical differences, and how flowers have been coveted for their medicinal aspects as well as for their visual merits, The Hidden Histories...
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From the symbolism and meaning behind flowers and how these have evolved over time, to how humans interact with flowers based on cultural and geographical differences, and how flowers have been coveted for their medicinal aspects as well as for their visual merits, The Hidden Histories of Flowers showcases fascinating details of flowers and our relationship with them.
If you find yourself wondering about the deeper meanings behind flowers and are keen to investigate their inner workings and place in history, The Hidden Histories of Flowers is the perfect place to begin your exploration.
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ISBN: 9781784886745
Publisher: Hardie Grant Books (UK)
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 15 February 2024
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hardie Grant Books (UK)
Illustration: Illustrations, color
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 145.0mm
Height: 223.0mm
Weight: 472g
Pages: 160
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About the Author
Alice and Maddie Bailey quite literally hail from a London plant and flower dynasty – their grandfather was a Dutch flower merchant and nursery owner, and their mother the celebrated horticulturalist and author Fran Bailey – Maddie and Alice Bailey head up Forest London, a cult plant and homewares shop with two sites in South London, along with a flower shop. They are also authors of The Green Indoors and The Hidden Histories of Houseplants.
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