Bards And Blossoms: Or The Poetry, History And Associations Of Flowers (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432676117)

Bards and Blossoms: Or The Poetry, History and Associations of Flowers is a book written by Frederick Edward Hulme that explores the beauty, symbolism, and cultural significance of flowers. The book is divided into two parts, the first part delves into the poetic and literary history of flowers, exploring the ways in which flowers have been used as symbols in literature and art throughout history. The second part of the book examines the botanical and historical aspects of flowers, including their origins, characteristics, and uses in medicine and folklore.The book is filled with beautiful illustrations, including full-color plates of various flowers, as well as black and white illustrations throughout the text. Hulme's writing is both informative and engaging, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the importance of flowers in human culture and history.Overall, Bards and Blossoms: Or The Poetry, History and Associations of Flowers is a fascinating exploration of the world of flowers, combining poetry, history, and botany to create a unique and informative reading experience. Whether you are a lover of flowers or simply interested in the cultural significance of these beautiful plants, this book is sure to delight and educate.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Frederick Edward Hulme
ISBN-10: 1432676113
ISBN-13: 9781432676117
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 246
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d