Lucie-Smith, Edward,

Flora : gardens and plants in art and literature / Edward Lucie-Smith. - 368 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 14 x 19 cm

Includes index.

The mirror of paradise Sowing and reaping Art versus nature Collectors' passion The language of flowers Nature and the traveler Arcadian landscapes The bounty of nature My own little plot Imaginary realms Chapter 1 10 -- Chapter 2 40 -- Chapter 3 76 -- Chapter 4 110 -- Chapter 5 138 -- Chapter 6 176 -- Chapter 7 210 -- Chapter 8 238 -- Chapter 9 278 -- Chapter 10 318.

A natural gift book for floral lovers! This unique guide takes readers on a magnificent horticultural journey around the globe and through the ages. Features 300 gorgeous color images as well as captivating prose to relax the mind and body.

0823018407 9780823018406

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Gardens in art.
Plants in art.
Arts, Modern.
Arts, Modern.
Gardens in art.
Plants in art.


Illustrated works.

NX650.G37 / L83 2001

704.9/434