Book of Roses

An exciting, new, lavishly produced collection, the Book of... series covers a wide range of subjects. Each title is written by a specialist, creating a gift book that is both elegant and practical. Beautifully designed, it presents interesting facts with over 200 illustrations per title. Each book contains an invaluable resource section for enthusiasts listing sites, associations, and great places to visit, as well as index and a useful bibliography. From a simple wild rose to the wonderful creations of today, the rose has never ceased to seduce us. The symbol of perfection, it is the pride of botanists, gardeners and florists, it is also the inspiration of poets, and perfume makers' favorite fragrance. In this book, Alice Caron Lambert examines the queen of flowers from different perspectives: symbolism, history, botany, the decorative arts, and cuisine. Gardening advice and a handy reference section complete this lavishly designed guide.Lambert, Alice Carson is the author of 'Book of Roses', published 2004 under ISBN 9781844300594 and ISBN 1844300595.