The Language of Flowers - An Introduction to the Meanings of Floral Gifts

Informationen zum Autor James Kavanagh has written over 450 pocket guides to nature, travel, science and languages that have sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide. Klappentext In Victorian times, young women were protected and shielded; to communicate with the outside world, they often resorted to the silent language of floral gifts which could have both sentimental and moral meanings. This beautifully illustrated guide highlight the history, symbolism and folklore surrounding 50 of the most common floral gifts. Now you can "say it with flowers" and have a clue what you are saying . A perfect, pocket-sized reference for novices and experts alike.

Product details

• Authors: J. M. Kavanagh, James Kavanagh, Waterford Press
• Assisted by: Raymond Leung (Illustration)
• Publisher: External catalogues_US
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: from age 10
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.04.2012
• EAN: 9781583557167
• ISBN: 978-1-58355-716-7
• No. of pages: 1
• Series: Pocket Naturalist Guides; Pocket Naturalist Guides
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Dictionaries, reference works > Dictionaries, encyclopaedias; Non-fiction book > Nature, technology > Nature: general, reference works