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Beschreibung

Discover the fascinating history and cultural significance of allotments in Britain, from their humble beginnings to their modern-day revival.

Allotments explores the age-old connection between the British people and the land, tracing the evolution of allotments from the Diggers of the seventeenth century to the Dig for Victory campaign during World War II. Uncover the quirky rules and regulations, the stories of murder and looting, and the surprising presence of art and opera on the allotment. This richly illustrated guide delves into the history, culture, and future of these beloved green spaces.

Perfect for gardeners, history buffs, and anyone interested in British social history, this Britain's Heritage Series installment offers a definitive introduction to allotments in all their variety. Learn about:

  • The origins of allotments and their role in social movements
  • The impact of allotments on urban communities and food production
  • The revival of allotment keeping as a fashionable and sustainable hobby

Discover the fascinating history and cultural significance of allotments in Britain, from their humble beginnings to their modern-day revival.

Allotments explores the age-old connection between the British people and the land, tracing the evolution of allotments from the Diggers of the seventeenth century to the Dig for Victory campaign during World War II. Uncover the quirky rules and regulations, the stories of murder and looting, and the surprising presence of art and opera on the allotment. This richly illustrated guide delves into the history, culture, and future of these beloved green spaces.

Perfect for gardeners, history buffs, and anyone interested in British social history, this Britain's Heritage Series installment offers a definitive introduction to allotments in all their variety. Learn about:

  • The origins of allotments and their role in social movements
  • The impact of allotments on urban communities and food production
  • The revival of allotment keeping as a fashionable and sustainable hobby
Über den Autor
Twigs Way is a garden historian, writer and lecturer with a particular interest in the gardens of the working and middle classes. She is the author of a number of books including The Wartime Garden, Garden Gnomes and Allotments for Shire.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2017
Genre: Importe
Produktart: Nachschlagewerke
Rubrik: Hobby & Freizeit
Thema: Garten & Natur
Medium: Taschenbuch
Reihe: Britain's Heritage
Inhalt: Kartoniert / Broschiert
ISBN-13: 9781445665702
ISBN-10: 1445665700
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Way, Twigs
Hersteller: Amberley Publishing
Britain's Heritage
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 234 x 166 x 6 mm
Von/Mit: Twigs Way
Erscheinungsdatum: 15.04.2017
Gewicht: 0,208 kg
Artikel-ID: 127386667