The Victorians And Their Flowers
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Nicolette Scourse
Binding: Hardback
Published: Croom Helm., 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This captivating historical account chronicles the profound role flowers played in Victorian society, revealing how blossoms communicated unspoken messages and shaped domestic life. It uncovers the intricate language of floriography, detailing the symbolic meanings attributed to various species and their impact on social customs. The narrative presents a vivid picture of horticultural trends, from elaborate garden designs to the popularization of floral motifs in art and fashion. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of how The Victorians And Their Flowers became an integral part of an entire generation's identity and expression.
Author: Nicolette Scourse
Binding: Hardback
Published: Croom Helm., 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This captivating historical account chronicles the profound role flowers played in Victorian society, revealing how blossoms communicated unspoken messages and shaped domestic life. It uncovers the intricate language of floriography, detailing the symbolic meanings attributed to various species and their impact on social customs. The narrative presents a vivid picture of horticultural trends, from elaborate garden designs to the popularization of floral motifs in art and fashion. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of how The Victorians And Their Flowers became an integral part of an entire generation's identity and expression.