THE COMPLETE LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS

The Complete Language of Flowers is a comprehensive encyclopedia providing the meanings powers facts and folklore for over 1 001 flower species 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 For centuries symbolic flower meanings have fascinated readers writers poets and suddenly smitten couples alike 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 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 Elegantly designed and beautifully illustrated