British Wild Flowers: Their Naming and Folklore

Awards:   Winner of 1st Prize (Best Series) - New York Book Show 2007
Author:   Gerald Ponting
Publisher:   Wooden Books
ISBN:  

9781907155420


Pages:   64
Publication Date:   01 November 2022
Format:   Paperback
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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  • Winner of 1st Prize (Best Series) - New York Book Show 2007

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When is a marigold not a marigold? Where in Great Britain is a harebell a bluebell? What does a Burdock have to do with velcrose? And what does a dandelion have to do with teeth? In this delightful little book, historian Gerald Ponting reveals the fascinating stories at the heart of many wild flower names. From names made up by Shakespeare to names based on appearance or medicinal properties, prepare to be amused, informed and amazed.

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Author:   Gerald Ponting
Publisher:   Wooden Books
Imprint:   Wooden Books
Dimensions:   Width: 12.50cm , Height: 0.80cm , Length: 15.50cm
Weight:   0.100kg
ISBN:  

9781907155420


ISBN 10:   1907155422
Pages:   64
Publication Date:   01 November 2022
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Gerald Ponting has lectured on archaeology and ancient history at the Smithsonian in Washington and at Harvard University. Now retired from teaching, he is a Blue Badge Tourist Guide and a freelance writer, photographer and lecturer, based in Hampshire.

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