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This book is a testament to the profound influence of gardens on our lives and their ability to reflect personal and historical narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eRHS The Rose\u003c\/em\u003e, another captivating addition to his repertoire, Elliott explores the iconic flower that has captivated botanists and garden enthusiasts alike. This book is a celebration of the rose's rich history, its diversity, and its enduring status as a symbol of beauty and resilience in the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those with an interest in Home \u0026amp; Garden or Science \u0026amp; Nature, Brent Elliott's books offer a compelling blend of history, botany, and storytelling. Dive into these works to enrich your understanding of the horticultural world and the profound connections between people and plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rhs-the-rose-by-brent-elliott-9781787394087","title":"RHS The Rose","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Horticultural Society's \u003ci\u003eThe Rose\u003c\/i\u003e tells the story of the world's favourite flower through 40 of the most popular and interesting species and hybrids. Arranged chronologically, \u003ci\u003eThe Rose\u003c\/i\u003e brings to life the arrival of each flower in European gardens, detailing the history of the layout of rose gardens and the role that roses play in the 'language of flowers'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the first recorded reference to a rose over 7,000 years ago, these extraordinary flowers have captivated botanists, artists, poets, perfumers, and gardeners. A symbol of love and patriotism, a scent and flavour synonymous with the East, and the jewel in the crown of ornamental gardens, roses in all their forms bear a special meaning that spans centuries and crosses oceans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExtraordinary botanical illustrations and extracts from classic texts held in the Royal Horticultural Society's world-famous Lindley Library, such as Redoute's \u003ci\u003eLes Roses\u003c\/i\u003e, Henry Andrew's \u003ci\u003eRoses\u003c\/i\u003e, Mary Lawrence's \u003ci\u003eSelection of Roses\u003c\/i\u003e, and Victor Paquet's \u003ci\u003eChoix des Plus Belles Roses\u003c\/i\u003e, complete this authoritative celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854812238060,"sku":"9781787394087","price":89.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781787394087.jpg?v=1759255810"},{"product_id":"garden-people-by-ursula-buchan-9780500298466","title":"Garden People","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA glorious photographic record of the postwar English gardening scene by one of the people at its epicentre.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl and his family in their garden at Great Missenden; Nancy Lancaster, society hostess and interior designer, sporting an elegant straw sombrero and snipping delicately at her roses; Vita Sackville-West at Sissinghurst - these and many other dedicated gardeners are captured here by the discerning eye of Valerie Finnis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a spectacular cast of characters at home in their gardens, weeding, inspecting, watering and standing proudly by their plants, wearing the clothes and fashions of the day, and epitomising life and society in the second half of the 20th century, this book will be devoured by anyone with a love of British gardens or horticulture in general.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGarden People\u003c\/em\u003e by Ursula Buchan, Brent Elliott, and Anna Pavord is a tribute to the art of gardening and the people who have shaped it through their passion and dedication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362592145644,"sku":"9780500298466","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2805523482366.jpg?v=1772895441"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/brent-elliott.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}