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In the eyes of our ancestors, the gentle rustling of foliage and the silent blossoming of flowers were testament to the vitality and might of nature. The cyclical rebirth of plant life stood as a reassuring promise of the world's perpetuity. The lush flora of Britain, in particular, played a pivotal role in ancient remedies, mystical practices, fortune-telling, and omens.
Remarkably, many of these age-old beliefs have weathered the passage of time, persisting—albeit in altered or diminished forms—despite the advances of our modern era. This fascinating tome delves into these enduring connections between humanity and the plant kingdom. Arranged alphabetically and adorned with captivating engravings from historical herbals, this work offers a compelling exploration of botanical folklore.
Book ISBN: | 9780747801788 |
Book Author: | Margaret Baker |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Shire Publications |
Book Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
Book Dimensions: | 177 x 114 x 10 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2008-12-03 |
Book Pagination: | 168 pages, 1 col |
Book Weight: | 234g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’