Nicola Shulman Libri

This life of Reginald Farrer offers a window on the opulence and drama of Edwardian horticulture. Half-poet, half-botanist, as Vita Sackville West described him, he was active during the last great age of plant-hunters, inspiring generations of gardeners with a love of flowers. schovat popis

A biography of Renaissance poet and courtier, Thomas Wyatt.

This book explores the transformative journey of British gardening, focusing on Reginald Farrer, a pivotal figure who democratized gardening. Despite his physical challenges, Farrer became a legendary plant hunter, collecting exotic specimens and inspiring countless enthusiasts through his influential writings.