Old-Fashioned Flowers

By Maurice Maeterlinck

Book Overview

Old-Fashioned Flowers is a book written by the Belgian author Maurice Maeterlinck. Published in 1904, the book is a collection of essays on various types of flowers that were popular in the gardens and courtyards of the author's time. Maeterlinck's writing is poetic and lyrical, as he describes the beauty and significance of each flower. He explores the history and symbolism of each flower, as well as its cultural and medicinal uses. The book is divided into chapters, each dedicated to a different flower. Some of the flowers discussed include roses, lilies, daisies, and violets. Maeterlinck also includes illustrations throughout the book, which add to the beauty and charm of the text. Overall, Old-Fashioned Flowers is a delightful read for anyone who loves flowers, gardening, or nature in general. Maeterlinck's writing is both informative and enchanting, making this book a classic in the world of horticulture literature.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Double Garden, by Maurice Maeterlinck. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417917210.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: 1425478506
• ISBN13: 9781425478506
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"