An anthology of the best garden writing from the pages of The Garden, the magazine of the Royal Horticultural Society.’
As well as revealing key moment from a time of intense change, this anthology paints a rich and intriguing picture of what gardening means today.The writers tell of plant-hunting and new gardening practices, fashion and growing food, whilst shedding light on the inner landscape of the thoughtful gardener.’
Collected and curated by Ursula Buchan, herself an anthologist, The Garden Anthology presents a narrative of thoughts and opinions for keen gardeners to help navigate the gardening year, and comprises the best writing from more than the last 100 years.
This 320-page reading book includes short essays, opinions, thoughts and excerpts from 80 garden writers and designers including James Wong, Sir Roy Strong, Helen Dillon, Anna Pavord, E A Bowles, Gertrude Jekyll, John Brookes, Tim Richardson, Joy Larkcom, Hugh Johnson, Nigel Slater, Lia Leendertz, Ursula Buchan, Nigel Colborne and Mary Keen under the universally-appealing subjects of: the kitchen garden; wildlife and wildflowers; gardens; garden design; the environment; plants; people; seasons and the weather.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
"a glorious gift"
"the best and sometimes quirkiest contributions"
"this attractive hardback truly encompasses what gardening means today and would make a great addition to any gardener's bookshelf."
"a highly enjoyable book to dip into"
"a good read on many topics ... anyone who gardens will find something to interest them."
"the perfect bedside book for a gardener"
"a colourful ode to all things garden-related"
'This is a wonderful fireside book which will bring joy to all those who love gardens, gardening and good garden writing.'
"an interesting and informative read."
"a glorious gift"
'This is a wonderful fireside book which will bring joy to all those who love gardens, gardening and good garden writing.'
"an interesting and informative read."
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
US$ 2.64
Within U.S.A.
Book Description Condition: New. Bowers, Jenny (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 20174611-n
Book Description Condition: New. Bowers, Jenny (illustrator). Fast Shipping - Safe and Secure Bubble Mailer!. Seller Inventory # 53KSIU000HZK
Book Description hardback. Condition: New. Bowers, Jenny (illustrator). Language: English. Seller Inventory # 9780711234857
Book Description HRD. Condition: New. Bowers, Jenny (illustrator). New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # C3-9780711234857
Book Description Condition: New. Bowers, Jenny (illustrator). pp. 320. Seller Inventory # 322541574
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. Bowers, Jenny (illustrator). 304 pages. 8.50x6.75x1.25 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __071123485X
Book Description Hardback. Condition: New. Bowers, Jenny (illustrator). New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. This RHS-branded anthology presents the best garden writing from the pages of The Garden, the magazine of the Royal Horticultural Society. Seller Inventory # B9780711234857
Book Description Condition: New. Bowers, Jenny (illustrator). This RHS-branded anthology presents the best garden writing from the pages of The Garden, the magazine of the Royal Horticultural Society. Illustrator(s): Bowers, Jenny. Editor(s): Buchan, Ursula. Num Pages: 320 pages, Around 40 light-hearted images by artist Jenny Bowers. BIC Classification: DQ; WM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 170 x 213 x 36. Weight in Grams: 956. . 2014. Hardcover. . . . . Seller Inventory # V9780711234857
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. Bowers, Jenny (illustrator). Brand New Copy. Seller Inventory # BBB_new071123485X
Book Description Condition: New. Bowers, Jenny (illustrator). This RHS-branded anthology presents the best garden writing from the pages of The Garden, the magazine of the Royal Horticultural Society. Illustrator(s): Bowers, Jenny. Editor(s): Buchan, Ursula. Num Pages: 320 pages, Around 40 light-hearted images by artist Jenny Bowers. BIC Classification: DQ; WM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 170 x 213 x 36. Weight in Grams: 956. . 2014. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # V9780711234857