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Bedside Companion for Gardeners

An anthology of garden writing for every night of the year
By Jane McMorland Hunter
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Bedside Companion for Gardeners by Jane McMorland Hunter is a delightful collection of gardening-themed writings, providing inspirational anecdotes, advice, and musings for those who love gardening. It's perfect for those who enjoy nature and its beauty or need a peaceful retreat through words before bedtime. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this book offers a gentle escape into the world of gardening, featuring entries for every season and mood.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy tending to your garden and wish to delve into the wisdom and stories that surround the world of horticulture. It offers charming anecdotes, practical tips, and a wealth of inspiration for any gardening enthusiast who appreciates a touch of literary elegance alongside practical guidance.

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Bedside Companion for Gardeners

An 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: 0g

Pages: 448

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2025 Best Sellers Biography & Memoir Featured Home & Garden Jane McMorland Hunter Non-Fiction Science & Nature

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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