{"product_id":"9781529428094","title":"Botanic Gardens of the World : Tales of extraordinary plants, botanical history and scientific discovery","description":"\u003cp\u003e Author(s): Trentham, Deborah \u003cbr\u003e Binding: Hardback, \u003cbr\u003e Date of Publication: 28\/09\/2023,\u003cbr\u003e Pagination: 256 pages, approx. 130 photographs,\u003cbr\u003e ISBN13\\EAN\\SKU: 9781529428094,\u003cbr\u003e Description: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelected as one of the Sunday Times best gardening books of 2023Discover the lavish beauty and fascinating history of the 40 most important and inspiring botanic gardens from across the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the Renaissance gardens of Italy to the futuristic botanic gardens of Singapore, this gorgeous book tells the story of these unique institutions. It is a history of science and learning, of politics and national interests, of societal concerns and conservation. But, most of all, it is a compelling exploration of the power and possibility of the natural world, that we are still merely scratching the surface of.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpert garden historian Deborah Trentham has selected the world's most important gardens and delves deep into the history of these horticultural institutions - sharing stories of exploration, extraordinary plants and the scientific breakthroughs which have shaped these stunning gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFilled with rare and beautiful plants and incredible locations from around the globe - from Norway to Morocco, Kyoto to Kew, Brooklyn to Buenos Aires, and Madrid to Malaysia - this book will transport you to far-flung places and bygone eras, and consider the future of our botanical havens and the natural wonders they protect.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Griffin Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41514344742956,"sku":"9781529428094","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0379\/1365\/7388\/files\/9781529428094_bbd7fd20-571e-4e96-8df7-32e423610e95.jpg?v=1759668576","url":"https:\/\/www.griffinbooksonline.pro\/products\/9781529428094","provider":"Griffin Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}