The Complete Language of Flowers: A Definitive and Illustrated History - Pocket Edition (Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia)
$15.29
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Book Synopsis: The Complete Language of Flowers is a comprehensive encyclopedia providing the meanings, powers, facts, and folklore for over 1,001 flower species. Now in a pocket-size edition for easy, on-the-go reference. Along with a beautiful visual depiction, each entry provides the flower's scientific and common names, characteristics, and historic meanings and powers from mythology, medieval legends, folklore, and flower poetry. For centuries, symbolic flower meanings have fascinated readers, writers, poets, and suddenly smitten couples alike. Extremely popular during the Victorian era, these floriographies flourished and versed the public on the hidden meaning of popular flowers such as:
- Purple Tulip—Eternal love
- Amaryllis—Adventurousness; Enthusiasm; Passion
- Daisy—Beauty and innocence; Cheer; Childlike playfulness
- Sunflower—Ambition; Constancy; Devotion
Together with stunning full-color illustrations and two indexes, one for searching by common flower name and the other organized by meaning, this beautiful reference is a must-have for gardeners, florists, and flower enthusiasts. Whether you're looking to arrange the perfectly bespoken wedding bouquet or to understand what the yellow rose you just received from an admirer means (friendship), this updated floriography is a visual delight.
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Are you fascinated by the allure and hidden meanings of flowers? Look no further! Introducing The Complete Language of Flowers: A Definitive and Illustrated History - Pocket Edition. This comprehensive encyclopedia features over 1,001 flower species and their meanings, powers, facts, and folklore. Perfect for on-the-go reference, this pocket-size edition allows you to explore the captivating world of flowers wherever you are.
Each flower entry in this beautifully illustrated book provides its scientific and common names, characteristics, and historic meanings and powers. Discover the symbolism behind popular flowers like the Purple Tulip, which represents eternal love, and the Amaryllis, symbolizing adventurousness, enthusiasm, and passion. Whether you're a gardener, florist, or simply a flower enthusiast, this book is a must-have resource.
During the Victorian era, symbolic flower meanings were all the rage, captivating the minds of readers, writers, poets, and lovers alike. The Complete Language of Flowers brings this floriography back to life by delving into the hidden meanings of flowers from mythology, medieval legends, folklore, and flower poetry. Unveil the beauty and innocence of the Daisy symbolizing cheer and childlike playfulness, or learn about the ambition, constancy, and devotion represented by the Sunflower.
With its stunning full-color illustrations and two indexes, searching for a specific flower or meaning is a breeze. Whether you're designing a bespoke wedding bouquet or seeking to decipher the true message behind a gift of yellow roses (friendship), this updated floriography is an essential tool. Don't miss out on this visual delight and explore the intricate language of flowers today!
Ready to uncover the hidden meanings behind flowers? Click here to get your copy of The Complete Language of Flowers: A Definitive and Illustrated History - Pocket Edition. Start your journey into the world of floriography and discover the captivating tales that flowers whisper.
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