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The Story of Gardening

American Horticultural Society Practical Guides
by Penelope Hobhouse

From the earliest documented gardens of ancient Mesopotamia to the eclectic landscapes of the 21st century, The Story of Gardening is an engaging tale of the development and design of the garden. Brimming with glorious color photographs, intriguing timelines that chart the histories and fashions of individual plants, and evocative narratives, Hobhouse’s book draws on a lifetime of work to create an enlightening overview of designers and styles that have inspired her creations and forged her gardening philosophy.

"A meticulously researched, magnificently rendered celebration of gardening's enduring charm and significance." —Booklist

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UPC: 410000136881
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Hardcover, 468 pages, 500 color photographs, drawings, maps, and archival material, 11¼” x 8¾”, Dorling Kindersley, 2002, ISBN 0789489449
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