Revealing a world of secret messages contained within a single
petal. Floriography – the language of flowers – is the ancient
art of encoding hidden messages in the type, colour and arrangement
of plants, allowing individuals to express emotions and sentiments
that they may not be able to articulate through words. Featuring
100 of the most popular and available blooms from around the world,
this beautifully illustrated gift book gives the botanical name for
each plant, a description of its significance and place in
folklore, and the story behind its meaning. It also reveals how
floral symbolism has been used over the centuries in literature and
art, from Hamlet's Ophelia handing out rosemary 'for remembrance'
and pansies 'for thoughts', to Oscar Wilde urging his friends to
wear green carnations as a subtle code for homosexuality. The idea
that flowers have secret meanings would have been well understood
by contemporary audiences – and we are seeing a revival of the
practice today. From mimosa – which signifies chastity because
its leaves close when touched – to the varied messages encoded
within different colours of geraniums, Floriography offers a
creative way to convey feelings and can add an extra layer of
beauty and significance to a gift of flowers. The flowers in Kate
Middleton's wedding bouquet signified love, happiness, gallantry
and fidelity. If someone sends you a bouquet of hydrangea and
lobelia, beware: they stand for heartlessness and malevolence.
General
| Imprint: |
Orange Hippos!
|
| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Series: |
The Little Book of... |
| Release date: |
December 2023 |
| Authors: |
Orange Hippo!
|
| Dimensions: |
137 x 113mm (L x W) |
| Pages: |
192 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-80069-539-9 |
| Categories: |
Books
Promotions
|
| LSN: |
1-80069-539-X |
| Barcode: |
9781800695399 |
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