The Complete Language of Flowers by S. Theresa Dietz

The Complete Language of Flowers

A Definitive and Illustrated History

S. Theresa Dietz

WellFleet Press · Print & ebook · February 4, 2020

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Who it’s for
An accessible, illustrated guide to flower symbolism with a practical, keepsake feel.
Themes
symbolism, nature, romance
Pacing
Reflective

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About this book

The Complete Language of Flowers is a comprehensive encyclopedia providing the meanings, powers, facts, and folklore for over 1,001 flower species. Along with a beautiful visual depiction, each entry provides the flower’s scientific and common names, characteristics, and historic meanings and powers from mythology, medieval legends, folklore, and flower poetry. For centuries, symbolic flower meanings have fascinated readers, writers, poets, and suddenly smitten couples alike.

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Extremely popular during the Victorian era, these floriographies flourished and versed the public on the hidden meaning of popular flowers such as: - Purple Tulip—Eternal love - Amaryllis—Adventurousness; Enthusiasm; Passion - Daisy—Beauty and innocence; Cheer; Childlike playfulness - Sunflower—Ambition; Constancy; Devotion Together with stunning full-color illustrations and two indexes, one for searching by common flower name and the other organized by meaning, this beautiful reference is a must-have for gardeners, florists, and flower enthusiasts. Whether you’re looking to arrange the perfectly bespoken wedding bouquet or to understand what the yellow rose you just received from an admirer means (friendship), this updated floriography is a visual delight. Elegantly designed and beautifully illustrated, the Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia series offers comprehensive, display-worthy references on a range of intriguing topics, including birthday astrology, dream interpretation, techniques for harnessing the power of dreams, and the stories behind signs and symbols.

Flower Meanings

An accessible, illustrated guide to flower symbolism with a practical, keepsake feel.

Come here for

  • illustrated history of flower meanings
  • giftable, display-friendly reference

Expect

  • clear explanations
  • handy to browse or consult

Where it sits

Flowers52%
Gardening Resources41%
Encyclopedias33%

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Publisher categories

  • Flower Arranging
  • Flower Gardening
  • Flowers
Authors
S. Theresa Dietz
Publisher
WellFleet Press
Published
February 4, 2020
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
symbolism · nature · romance
Reading lane
Flower Arranging