{"title":"Margaret Baker","description":"\u003cp\u003eMargaret Baker is a captivating author known for her expertise in the world of home and garden lore. Her work offers a delightful blend of historical insights and practical knowledge, making her books a treasured addition to any nature enthusiast’s collection. With a rich understanding of folklore and its ties to gardening, Baker weaves narratives that both educate and entertain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eGardener's Folklore\u003c\/em\u003e, takes readers on a journey through the fascinating myths and traditions surrounding gardening practices. This book is perfect for those who appreciate the intersection of storytelling and horticulture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned gardener or a curious novice, Margaret Baker’s books provide a valuable source of inspiration. Her writings invite readers to explore the magical relationship between humans and nature, enriching your gardening adventures with tales from the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Margaret Baker’s collection and uncover the enchanting stories that enhance our understanding of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gardeners-folklore-by-margaret-baker-9781446312599","title":"Gardener'S Folklore","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst published in 1976, \u003cem\u003eGardener's Folklore\u003c\/em\u003e collects the little bits of magic and myth found in the gardens of Britain and North America. Compiled from letters sent by gardeners to the author Margaret Baker, it unravels and documents mysterious sayings and scraps of knowledge passed down through generations, while exploring the science of the time that backed up—or in some cases, didn't—the claims that were made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis delightfully written book shows just what people have believed and still believe will help their plants to grow. The observance of lunar and astrological conditions when planting, ways of encouraging fruit-bearing and discouraging pests, beliefs about the effects of climate and calendar, spells, the influence for good and bad of certain plants, the links between owners and trees—these are only a few aspects of gardening lore that are discussed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGleaned from the people who grew up with them, these insights say much about our rural origins and have, here and there, implications for our future. Capturing the knowledge that old-time gardeners used to have remarkable successes, the ancient secrets of a happy, healthy garden are shared for a new generation of green-fingered plant-lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Margaret Baker was an author known for her focus on the folklore and customs of rural communities in the United Kingdom and United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853558042860,"sku":"9781446312599","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26121413482702.jpg?v=1759209097"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/margaret-baker.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}