The Garden's Story Or Pleasures And Trials Of An Amateur Gardener (1889)

By George Herman Ellwanger

Book Overview

The Garden's Story is a book written by George H. Ellwanger and published in 1889. It is an account of the joys and challenges experienced by an amateur gardener. Ellwanger shares his personal experiences and insights on gardening, including the pleasures of cultivating a beautiful garden and the difficulties of dealing with pests and weather conditions.The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of gardening, such as selecting plants, preparing soil, planting, and maintaining a garden. Ellwanger also discusses the different types of gardens, such as flower gardens, vegetable gardens, and herb gardens, and offers advice on how to design and maintain them.Throughout the book, Ellwanger shares anecdotes and stories about his own experiences as a gardener, providing readers with a glimpse into the world of amateur gardening in the late 19th century. He also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the techniques and concepts he discusses.Overall, The Garden's Story is a charming and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the joys and challenges of gardening. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in gardening and a delightful read for those who appreciate the beauty of nature.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: 1164036548
• ISBN13: 9781164036548
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"