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Bedside Companion for Gardeners
An anthology of garden writing for every night of the year
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See moreAn eclectic collection of fact and fiction, fantasy and experience, this fascinating book incorporates prose, poetry and practical advice for every day of the year.
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A mix of fact and fiction, fantasy and experience, Bedside Companion for Gardeners is a treasure trove of green-fingered inspiration where practical advice blends seamlessly with poetry and prose from intrepid gardeners past and present. Dip in and out of this collection with an entry for every day of the year that draws on writing through the ages and from across the globe.
Bedside Companion for Gardeners incorporates practical advice from the 17th-century gardening diarist John Evelyn; inspiring prose from Elizabeth von Arnim and John Milton; and astute commentary from Horace Walpole on William Kent and Nancy Mitford on the vulgarity of a Surrey garden. Kipling offers practical advice, while Tennyson waxes lyrical on an Arabian night garden.
The perfect gift for any gardener, this magical book is an invaluable source of inspiration and guidance to revisit throughout the year.
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Bedside Companion for Gardeners by Jane McMorland Hunter is appreciated for its charming collection of gardening anecdotes, quotes, and historical insights. Readers often praise the book for its engaging and whimsical narrative, making it a delightful read for both seasoned gardeners and those new to the world of horticulture. It offers a sense of journey and discovery, appealing to anyone with a passion for gardening or nature.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781849947138
Publisher: Batsford
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 26 October 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Batsford
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 448
About the Author
Jane McMorland Hunter has written 3 books in the bestselling Teach Yourself series; her latest book The Tiny Garden (Frances Lincoln) has been widely and favourably reviewed.
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