Terri Ramsey Beavers Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of blooms with ‘A Short History of Flowers’ by Advolly Richmond! This delightful book is like a treasure chest bursting with captivating tales about our favorite garden flowers. From the majestic bougainvillea to the dainty snowdrop, each flower has its own story to tell, and Richmond weaves them together with warmth, humor, and a touch of magic.
As you flip through the pages, you’ll find yourself whisked away on a journey through time and across continents. Richmond’s storytelling transports you to far-flung corners of the globe, introducing you to the intrepid explorers, passionate botanists, and unlikely heroes who discovered and cultivated these beloved blooms. You’ll meet royalty who fell in love with flowers, scholars who dedicated their lives to unlocking botanical mysteries, and even a few daring smugglers who risked it all for a rare specimen.
But ‘A Short History of Flowers’ isn’t just about the past—it’s also about the present and the future. Richmond’s insights into the cultural significance of flowers shed light on their enduring appeal and relevance in our lives today. Whether it’s the promise of riches, the thrill of discovery, or simply the joy of beauty, flowers continue to inspire and enchant us in ways we never imagined.
Excerpt: Step into the whimsical world of garden blooms as Advolly Richmond unravels the fascinating stories behind each petal in ‘A Short History of Flowers.’ From the majestic bougainvilleas to the delicate snowdrops, each flower holds secrets waiting to be discovered. With warmth, humor, and a dash of magic, Richmond invites readers on a botanical adventure like no other, where every page is infused with the timeless wisdom and enchanting allure of nature’s storytelling.”
Excerpted with permission from A Short History of Flowers (IMPRINT, an imprint of The Quarto Group, 2024) by Advolly Richmond. A Short History of Flowers published 2024 and can be purchased wherever fine books are sold. Learn more at quarto.com.