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Bedside Companion for Gardeners: An anthology of garden writing for every night of the year

Bedside Companion for Gardeners: An anthology of garden writing for every night of the year

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The Bedside Companion for Gardeners is a treasure trove of green-fingered inspiration, blending practical advice with poetry and prose from intrepid gardeners past and present. It is the perfect gift for any gardener and an invaluable source of inspiration and guidance to revisit throughout the year.

Format: Hardback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 14 October 2021
Publisher: Pavilion Books


A diverse collection of prose, poetry, and practical advice for every day of the year awaits you within the pages of The Bedside Companion for Gardeners. This captivating blend of fact and fiction, fantasy and experience, offers a treasure trove of green-fingered inspiration, where practical advice seamlessly intertwines with poetry and prose from intrepid gardeners of past and present. Dip into this eclectic collection at your leisure, with an entry for every night of the year that draws on writing from across the ages and from corners of the globe.

The Bedside Companion for Gardeners is a testament to the enduring power of words to inspire and nurture the spirit of gardening. Within its pages, you will find practical advice from the 17th-century gardening diarist, John Evelyn, who shares his wisdom and insights on cultivating gardens. Inspiring prose from Elizabeth von Arnim and John Milton will transport you to gardens of yesteryear, while Horace Walpole's commentary on William Kent and Nancy Mitford's observations on the vulgarity of a Surrey garden offer keen insights into the art of garden design.

Kipling's practical advice will guide you in tending to your garden, while Tennyson's lyrical waxing on an Arabian night garden will transport you to a world of enchantment. This magical book is the perfect gift for any gardener, serving as an invaluable source of inspiration and guidance that you can revisit throughout the year. So, whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting your green thumb journey, The Bedside Companion for Gardeners is a must-have companion that will enrich your life and enhance your love for the art of gardening.

Weight: 1158g
Dimension: 158 x 242 x 39 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781849947138

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