Flowers From Shakespeare's Garden (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781023567930)

"Flowers from Shakespeare's Garden: A Posy from the Plays" offers a unique and fragrant journey through the works of William Shakespeare. This collection gathers together the many references to flowers and plants found within Shakespeare's plays, revealing the significant role they played in Elizabethan era society and thought.

Explore the symbolic language of blooms as Shakespeare employed it, from the romantic rose to the melancholy willow. Delve into excerpts that highlight the beauty and metaphorical weight of flora, carefully curated to showcase Shakespeare's deep understanding of the natural world.

Lovers of Shakespeare, poetry, and the history of flowers will find this volume a delightful and insightful companion. Discover how plants were used to convey emotions, illustrate social standing, and enhance the dramatic power of his timeless plays. A testament to the enduring appeal of Shakespeare's language and his keen observation of the world around him.

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Author: William Shakespeare,Walter Crane
ISBN-10: 1023567938
ISBN-13: 9781023567930
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Language: English
Published: 03/29/2025
Pages: 46
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.17lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.10d