Memories Of Gardens (1908)

By Alexander Innes Shand

Book Overview

""Memories Of Gardens"" is a book written by Alexander Innes Shand and published in 1908. It is a collection of essays that explore the beauty and significance of gardens throughout history. The author draws from his personal experiences and observations, as well as from literature and art, to examine the various ways in which gardens have been celebrated and appreciated by people across cultures and time periods. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the symbolism of flowers, the role of gardens in religion and mythology, and the evolution of garden design. With its lyrical prose and thoughtful insights, ""Memories Of Gardens"" is a timeless tribute to the enduring appeal of these magical spaces.Illustrations Also By W. Alister Macdonald, Elizabeth Blanche Shand, And Donald Maclaren.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437096913
• ISBN13: 9781437096910
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"