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Embark on a thrilling journey through the enigmatic realm of flora with "The Hidden Histories of Flowers". This captivating tome unravels the intricate tapestry of floral lore, delving into the ever-shifting symbolism and significance of blossoms across the ages. With the precision of a botanist and the flair of a storyteller, Maddie Bailey investigates how diverse cultures and geographical landscapes shape our interactions with these botanical marvels.
From the coveted medicinal properties that have tantalized healers for centuries to the sheer visual splendour that has inspired artists and lovers alike, this book meticulously catalogues the multifaceted relationship between humans and flowers. Each page brims with riveting anecdotes and little-known facts, offering a veritable bouquet of knowledge for the curious mind.
Should you find yourself pondering the cryptic messages hidden within a petal's fold or yearning to unearth the historical roots of our floral fascination, "The Hidden Histories of Flowers" stands as the quintessential starting point for your horticultural detective work. Prepare to view the world of flowers through an entirely new lens, as Bailey's expertise guides you through a garden of secrets waiting to be discovered.
Book ISBN: | 9781784886745 |
Book Author: | Maddie Bailey |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | Hardie Grant Books (UK) |
Book Publisher: | Hardie Grant Books (UK) |
Book Dimensions: | 145 x 224 x 21 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2024-02-15 |
Book Pagination: | 160 pages, Full Colour Illustrations Throughout |
Book Weight: | 472g |
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.’