From the Chinese lotus flower to the Celtic bluebell, the myth, magic and language of flowers is still blossoming today. She delves into the meanings of flowers and where they came from, whether it s ancient mythology or hedgerow folklore.Covering 50 well-loved flowers and plants, from peonies to sweetpeas, ivy to irises, Floriography is a beautifully illustrated guide that will take the reader on an intriguing journey through the history, legend, anthropology and literature of flowers, showing how modern-day society still relies on the meaning of flowers. Red roses say I love you, white lilies offer condolence and poppies invite us to remember.For thousands of years, humans have used flowers as a language, a short-hand for emotions and meanings.In her new book, Sally Coulthard, takes a fascinating look at floriography and shows how we still use this secret language across the world.

In her new book, Sally Coulthard, takes a fascinating. From the Chinese lotus flower to the Celtic bluebell, the myth, magic and language of flowers is still blossoming today.Language: English. For thousands of years, humans have used flowers as a language, a short-hand for emotions and meanings. Red roses say I love you, white lilies offer. She delves into the meanings of flowers and where they came from, whether it's ancient mythology or hedgerow folklore.Covering 50 well-loved flowers and plants, from peonies to sweetpeas, ivy to irises, Floriography is a beautifully illustrated guide that will take the reader on an intriguing journey through the history, legend, anthropology and literature of flowers, showing how modern-day society still relies on the meaning of flowers. Floriography: The Myths, Magic and Language of FlowersBy (author): Sally Coulthard Flowers can talk. Many of her books delve into the traditions of rural life from artisans to agriculture the people, plants and creatures who make the countryside tick. She delves into the meanings of flowers and where they came from, whether its ancient mythology or hedgerow folklore. Bestselling author and columnist Sally Coulthard has spent the last two decades writing about her favourite things nature, history and craft. Covering 50 well-loved flowers and plants, from. She delves into the meanings of flowers and where they came from, whether it's ancient mythology or hedgerow folklore. In her new book, Sally Coulthard, takes a fascinating look at floriography and shows how we still use this secret language across the world. In her new book, Sally Coulthard, takes a fascinating look at floriography and shows how we still use this secret language across the world. In her new book, Sally Coulthard, takes a fascinating look at floriography and shows how we still use this secret language across the world. In her new book, Sally Coulthard, takes a fascinating look at floriography and shows how we still use this secret language across the world.

Red roses say 'I love you', white lilies offer condolence and poppies invite us to remember.For thousands of years, humans have used flowers as a language, a short-hand for emotions and meanings.

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