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The Complete Language of Flowers
A Definitive and Illustrated History
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A comprehensive dictionary for over 1,001 flower species. Along with a visual depiction, each entry provides the flower's name, characteristics, and historic meanings from mythology, Medieval legends, folklore, and flower poetry.
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The Complete Language of Flowers is a comprehensive and definitive dictionary/reference presenting the history, symbolic meaning, and visual depiction of 1,001 flowers and botanicals from around the world in one volume.
For centuries, symbolic flower meanings have fascinated readers, writers, poets, and suddenly smitten couples alike. Extremely popular during the Victorian era, these floriographies flourished and versed the public on the hidden meaning of popular flowers like peonies (bashfulness) and tulips (passion).
Coupled with stunning full-colour illustrations, this beautiful reference is a must-have for gardeners, florists, and flower enthusiasts. Whether you're looking to arrange the perfectly bespoken wedding bouquet or to understand what the yellow rose you just received from an admirer means (friendship), this updated floriography is a visual delight.
Series: Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia
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The Complete Language of Flowers by S. Theresa Dietz is praised for its comprehensive coverage of flowers and plants, offering readers an A to Z guide. It delves into symbolic meanings, possible powers, folklore, and various facts, making it a fascinating resource for floral enthusiasts.
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ISBN: 9781577151906
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 February 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: Wellfleet Press,U.S.
Illustration: 1000 color illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 203.0mm
Height: 254.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 256
About the Author
Spring, summer and autumn container gardening on a small apartment's balcony is all the more appreciated during the short growing season in the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State where eclectic artist and writer, S.Theresa Dietz, makes her home. The twenty plus years of ongoing research into the subject of floriography symbolism and powers were driven onward by her fascination with all things magical and mysterious, along with her deep abiding love of all trees, plants and flowers.
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