Making of the English Gardener: Plants, Books and Inspiration, 1550-1660
Margaret Willes • Yale University Press • ISBN-13 978‑0300165333
Making of the English Gardener: Plants, Books and Inspiration, 1550-1660
Margaret Willes • Yale University Press
ISBN-10: 0300165331 · ISBN-13: 978‑0300165333 · 2011
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Margaret Willes examines the evolution of English gardening culture during the century spanning the Elizabethan era to the Restoration. By analyzing the intersection of early botanical literature, the dissemination of horticultural knowledge, and the practical experiences of practitioners, the book illustrates how gardening transitioned from a utilitarian necessity to a defining national pastime.
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