The Book of Flowers (1836)

The Book of Flowers is a botanical guidebook written by Sarah Josepha Buell Hale, first published in 1836. The book is a comprehensive guide to the identification and cultivation of various types of flowers, including perennials, annuals, and bulbs. It includes detailed descriptions of each flower's appearance, growth habits, and preferred growing conditions, as well as tips for planting, pruning, and caring for them. The book also features beautiful illustrations of the flowers, which were done by various artists of the time. In addition to being a practical guide for gardeners, The Book of Flowers also serves as a cultural artifact, reflecting the Victorian era's fascination with nature and the outdoors. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in gardening, botany, or the history of horticulture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.