The Garden Against Time : In Search Of A Common Paradise by Olivia Laing 9781529066708

The Garden Against Time : In Search Of A Common Paradise

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Immerse yourself in the captivating narrative of The Garden Against Time: In Search Of A Common Paradise by Olivia Laing, a Sunday Times No.1 bestseller that beckons readers into a world where gardens become gateways to paradise. This exquisite exploration takes you on a journey through the restoration of a walled garden in Suffolk, revealing the profound allure and significance of gardens throughout history.

Laing masterfully intertwines her personal experience with rich historical context, inviting you to consider the multifaceted concept of paradise. From the literary Eden imagined by Milton to the serene gardens of war-torn Italy and the provocative pleasure grounds of the aristocracy, she unveils gardens as vibrant spaces of rebellion and collective hope.

Key themes include:

  • Creation of New Paradigms: Discover how gardens serve as crucibles for innovative living.
  • Diverse Inspirations: Traverse iconic locales, including Derek Jarman's queer utopia on Dungeness Beach and William Morris's shared vision of Eden.
  • Critical Acclaim: Esteemed figures like Nigel Slater and Philip Hoare applaud its relevance in today's rapidly changing world.

Celebrated by literary and horticultural luminaries, The Garden Against Time is hailed as 'wonderful' by Nigel Slater, and Julia Bell describes it as 'the perfect book about gardens' for our generation. Laing’s magical prose and thought-provoking insights will rejuvenate your spirit, fostering a deeper connection to the natural world.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781529066708
Author: Olivia Laing
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Picador
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Dimensions: 129 x 197 x 23 mm
Publication Date: 06 March, 2025
Pagination: 336 pages
Weight: 234g

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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.’

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