The Complete Language of Flowers by S. Theresa Dietz

It had its heyday in Victorian times, but books on the Language continue to be published why do publishers do this (presumably they hope the books will be profitable) and who buys them?īearing these questions in mind it was pleasing to receive a review copy of S.

Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.The Language of Flowers, in which each flower had its own meaning, was a way in which people could supposedly send messages using appropriately chosen blossoms or bouquets. The Complete Language of Flowers is a comprehensive and definitive dictionary/reference presenting the history, symbolic meaning, and visual depiction of 1,001 flowers and botanicals from around the world in one volume-now in a pocket-size edition for easy, on-the-go reference.

Elegantly designed and beautifully illustrated, the Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia series offers comprehensive, display-worthy references on a range of intriguing topics, including birthday astrology, dream interpretation, techniques for harnessing the power of dreams, and the stories behind signs and symbols. Whether you're looking to arrange the perfectly bespoken wedding bouquet or to understand what the yellow rose you just received from an admirer means (friendship), this updated floriography is a visual delight. Extremely popular during the Victorian era, these floriographies flourished and versed the public on the hidden meaning of popular flowers such as: Purple Tulip-Eternal love Amaryllis-Adventurousness Enthusiasm Passion Daisy-Beauty and innocence Cheer Childlike playfulness Sunflower-Ambition Constancy Devotion Together with stunning full-color illustrations and two indexes, one for searching by common flower name and the other organized by meaning, this beautiful reference is a must-have for gardeners, florists, and flower enthusiasts. For centuries, symbolic flower meanings have fascinated readers, writers, poets, and suddenly smitten couples alike. Along with a beautiful visual depiction, each entry provides the flower's scientific and common names, characteristics, and historic meanings and powers from mythology, medieval legends, folklore, and flower poetry. Now in a pocket-size edition for easy, on-the-go reference.

The Complete Language of Flowers is a comprehensive encyclopedia providing the meanings, powers, facts, and folklore for over 1,001 flower species.

The Complete Language of Flowers by S. Theresa Dietz