By Any Other Name

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A Cultural History of the Rose

By Simon Morley

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By Any Other Name by Simon Morley provides an insightful exploration into the world of language and naming conventions. This educational book delves into how names impact identity, culture, and social interactions, offering a rich reference for those interested in linguistics and social sciences. Through well-researched analysis, Morley invites readers to consider the profound significance names hold in various contexts.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the history and cultural significance of naming practices and how they reflect societal changes. It's an insightful exploration of a seemingly ordinary part of life, offering intriguing perspectives for those interested in the intersection of language, identity, and culture.

A beautifully illustrated history of the Queen of Flowers and her enduring power in our gardens, art, religion and imagination.

For thousands of years, the rose has exercised a unique power over the human imagination, in our gardens, art, religion and beyond.

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The rose is bursting with meaning: over the centuries it has come to represent love and sensuality, deceit, death and the mystical unknown. Today the rose enjoys unrivalled popularity across the globe, ever present at life's seminal moments.

Grown in the Middle East two thousand years ago for its pleasing scent and medicinal properties, it has attached itself to us, its needy host and servant, to become one of the most adored flowers across cultures. The rose is well-versed at enchanting human hearts – no longer selected by nature, but by us. From Bulgaria's Rose Valley to the thriving rose trade in Africa and the Far East, via art galleries, museums and high fashion, Victorian England and Belle Epoque France, we meet an astonishing array of species and hybrids of remarkably different provenance.

This is the story of a hardy, thorny flower and how, by beauty and charm, it came to seduce the world.

By Any Other Name by Simon Morley offers a captivating journey through the history of the rose, exploring its enduring impact and the staunch devotion it inspires.

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By Any Other Name by Simon Morley receives praise for its captivating exploration of the rose, intertwining historical, cultural, and scientific perspectives. Reviewers highlight Morley's ability to connect diverse topics, from ancient civilisations to modern art, showcasing the rose's significance and impact on human history and culture. The book's insightful and engaging narrative leaves readers appreciating the complexities and enduring allure of this iconic flower.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780861540525

Publisher: Oneworld Publications

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Oneworld Publications

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Dr Simon Morley is a British artist and modern historian who specializes in the theory and practice of contemporary painting. He is the author of several books on modern and contemporary art. His essays have been published in the TLS, Modern Painters, Tate Magazine and the Independent on Sunday. Previously a lecturer at the Sotheby’s Institute and at Winchester School of Art, he is now Assistant Professor of Fine Art at Dankook University, Republic of Korea. He is also a keen amateur gardener.

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