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Selected as one of the Sunday Times best gardening books of 2023

Discover the lavish beauty and fascinating history of the 40 most important and inspiring botanic gardens from across the globe.


From the Renaissance gardens of Italy to the futuristic botanic gardens of Singapore, this gorgeous book tells the story of these unique institutions. It is a history of science and learning, of politics and national interests, of societal concerns and conservation. But, most of all, it is a compelling exploration of the power and possibility of the natural world, that we are still merely scratching the surface of.

Expert garden historian Deborah Trentham has selected the world's most important gardens and delves deep into the history of these horticultural institutions - sharing stories of exploration, extraordinary plants and the scientific breakthroughs which have shaped these stunning gardens.

Filled with rare and beautiful plants and incredible locations from around the globe - from Norway to Morocco, Kyoto to Kew, Brooklyn to Buenos Aires, and Madrid to Malaysia - this book will transport you to far-flung places and bygone eras, and consider the future of our botanical havens and the natural wonders they protect.

Selected as one of the Sunday Times best gardening books of 2023

Discover the lavish beauty and fascinating history of the 40 most important and inspiring botanic gardens from across the globe.


From the Renaissance gardens of Italy to the futuristic botanic gardens of Singapore, this gorgeous book tells the story of these unique institutions. It is a history of science and learning, of politics and national interests, of societal concerns and conservation. But, most of all, it is a compelling exploration of the power and possibility of the natural world, that we are still merely scratching the surface of.

Expert garden historian Deborah Trentham has selected the world's most important gardens and delves deep into the history of these horticultural institutions - sharing stories of exploration, extraordinary plants and the scientific breakthroughs which have shaped these stunning gardens.

Filled with rare and beautiful plants and incredible locations from around the globe - from Norway to Morocco, Kyoto to Kew, Brooklyn to Buenos Aires, and Madrid to Malaysia - this book will transport you to far-flung places and bygone eras, and consider the future of our botanical havens and the natural wonders they protect.

Über den Autor
Deborah Trentham is founder and lecturer of The Garden Historians, established in 2013 to promote the study and teaching of garden history. Trentham has taught garden history and garden design at prestigious institutions including Imperial College London, Birbeck University of London, Capel Manor College, and KLC School of Design at Chelsea Harbour and Hampton Court Palace.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2023
Genre: Importe
Produktart: Nachschlagewerke
Rubrik: Hobby & Freizeit
Thema: Garten & Natur
Medium: Buch
Inhalt: 256 S.
ISBN-13: 9781529428094
ISBN-10: 1529428092
Sprache: Englisch
Herstellernummer: 890255
Einband: Gebunden
Autor: Trentham, Deborah
Hersteller: Quercus Publishing Plc
Mobius
Greenfinch
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Petersen Buchimport GmbH, Vertrieb, Weidestr. 122a, D-22083 Hamburg, gpsr@petersen-buchimport.com
Abbildungen: approx. 130 photographs
Maße: 251 x 195 x 26 mm
Von/Mit: Deborah Trentham
Erscheinungsdatum: 28.09.2023
Gewicht: 0,978 kg
Artikel-ID: 125730128

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