![]() ![]() From the Chinese lotus flower to the Celtic bluebell, the myth, magic and language of flowers is still blossoming today.Ĭhoose your shipping method in Checkout. Covering 50 well-loved flowers and plants, from peonies to sweetpeas, ivy to irises, Floriography is a beautifully illustrated guide that will take the reader on an intriguing journey through the history, legend, anthropology and literature of flowers, showing how modern-day society still relies on the meaning of flowers. ![]() She delves into the meanings of flowers and where they came from, whether it's ancient mythology or hedgerow folklore. In her new book, Sally Coulthard, takes a fascinating look at floriography and shows how we still use this secret language across the world. For thousands of years, humans have used flowers as a language, a short-hand for emotions and meanings. Red roses say 'I love you', white lilies offer condolence and poppies invite us to remember. Covering 50 well-loved flowers and plants, from. ![]() ![]()
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