Jane Austen's Garden - A Botanical Tour of the Classic Novels

"Through explorations of the botanical inspirations and symbolism in Austen's work and personal life, as well as historical information about the gardens and landscapes of the Regency Era, Jane Austen's Garden will transport readers back in time to the lush English landscape of the early 1800s. Woven throughout are DIY projects to help you create a home garden worthy of a surprise visit from Lady Catherine de Bourgh or maybe just give your dining table a bit of historical flair. Accessible, entertaining, and enhanced by the enchanted illustrations of celebrated artist Jessica Roux, Jane Austen's Garden is a fun twist on a familiar subject that will delight plant lovers and Janeites alike."--Amazon.

About the author

Jessica Roux is a Nashville-based freelance illustrator and plant and animal enthusiast. She loves exploring in her own backyard and being surrounded by an abundance of nature. Using subdued colors and rhythmic shapes, she renders flora, fauna, food, and many other things with intricate detail reminiscent of old-world beauty.

Summary

An elegantly illustrated celebration of Jane Austen’s life and literature as told through the flowers, plants, and landscapes that inspired her.

Product details

• Authors: Molly Williams, Williams Molly
• Assisted by: Jessica Roux (Illustration)
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 13.03.2025
• EAN: 9781524886370
• ISBN: 978-1-5248-8637-0
• No. of pages: 208
• Dimensions: 157 mm x 208 mm x 20 mm
• Weight: 540 g
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Linguistics and literary studies > General and comparative literary studies; Non-fiction book > Nature, technology > Nature: general, reference works; Essays, NATURE / Plants / General, LITERARY CRITICISM / Subjects & Themes / Nature, GARDENING / Essays & Narratives, Literary essays