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The Secret Language of Flowers
- Ryland Peters & Small
- by Samantha Gray
Did you know that the type of flowers you give can speak volumes? The Secret Language of Flowers is a fascinating insight into the Victorian tradition of using flowers to convey secret messages in a society where feelings often had to be suppressed. Samantha Gray reveals how over 50 blooms acquired their meanings in folklore and how they became the language of courtship, love, friendship, beauty and more.
ISBN 9781800651937 | EN | HB
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| Publisher | Ryland Peters & Small |
|---|---|
| ISBN | 9781800651937 |
| Author(s) | Samantha Gray |
| Publication date | February 2023 |
| Edition | Hardback |
| Dimensions | 186 x 123 mm |
| Illustrations | 60 col.ill. |
| Pages | 128 |
| Language(s) | English ed. |
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Did you know that the type of flowers you give can speak volumes? The Secret Language of Flowers is a fascinating insight into the Victorian tradition of using flowers to convey secret messages in a society where feelings often had to be suppressed. Samantha Gray reveals how over 50 blooms acquired their meanings in folklore and how they became the language of courtship, love, friendship, beauty and more – discover how lily of the valley symbolises the return of happiness, how bluebells stand for constancy and everlasting love, and how daffodils represent high regard and chivalry. With stunning illustrations by artist Sarah Perkins that capture all of the beauty of flowers, this is an exceptionally lovely and fascinating gift book.