Floriography : an illustrated guide to the Victorian language of flowers / Jessica Roux.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Roux, Jessica, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Flowers.

Flowers--Pictorial works.

Flowers--Symbolic aspects--History.

Flower language.

Nonverbal communication.

flower (plant material).

Flowers--Symbolic aspects.

Genre:

Illustrated works

History

Pictorial works

Illustrated works.

Informational works.

Endpapers

Physical Description:

x, 213 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm

Place of Publication:

Kansas City, Missouri : Andrews McMeel Publishing, [2020]

Summary:

A charming, gorgeously illustrated botanical encyclopedia for your favorite romantic, local witch, bride-to-be, or green-thumbed friend. The Language of Flowers is a full-color guidebook to the historical uses and secret meanings behind an impressive array of flowers and herbs. The book explores the coded significances associated with various blooms, from flowers for a lover to flowers for an enemy. The language of flowers was historically used as a means of secret communication. It soared in popularity during the 19th century, especially in Victorian England and the U.S., when proper etiquette discouraged open displays of emotion. Mysterious and playful, the language of flowers has roots in everything from the characteristics of the plant to its presence in folklore and history. Researched and illustrated by popular artist Jessica Roux, this book makes a stunning display piece, conversation-starter, or thoughtful gift.

Contents:

Flowers

Bouquets.

Notes:

Includes index.

Athenaeum copy: Illustrated lining-papers.

Local Notes:

Athenaeum copy: Dornsife fund bookplate.

ISBN:

9781524858148

1524858145

OCLC:

1139885585