Old Herbaceous is a charming and heartwarming novel by Reginald Arkell that tells the story of the life of an English gardener named Herbert Pinnegar. The book takes the reader on a journey through Herbaceous' life, from his humble beginnings as a young boy working in the gardens of a grand estate to his later years as head gardener at a country house. Throughout the novel, we see Herbaceous grow and develop as a person and as a gardener. We learn about his passion for plants and his unwavering dedication to his craft, as ...
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Old Herbaceous is a charming and heartwarming novel by Reginald Arkell that tells the story of the life of an English gardener named Herbert Pinnegar. The book takes the reader on a journey through Herbaceous' life, from his humble beginnings as a young boy working in the gardens of a grand estate to his later years as head gardener at a country house. Throughout the novel, we see Herbaceous grow and develop as a person and as a gardener. We learn about his passion for plants and his unwavering dedication to his craft, as well as his relationships with the people around him, including his employers and fellow gardeners. The book is filled with beautiful descriptions of gardens and plants, and it paints a vivid picture of life in the English countryside during the early 20th century. But at its heart, Old Herbaceous is a story about the joys and challenges of a life well-lived, and the importance of finding meaning and purpose in even the smallest of things. Overall, Old Herbaceous is a delightful and uplifting read that will appeal to anyone with an interest in gardening, history, or simply a good story.This is a new release of the original 1951 edition.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.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 250grams, ISBN:
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Very Good. Hardcover, no dustjacket this is an ex-library copy copy bound in sturdy blue cloth, the usual library markings are on the spine and end-papers but the binding is clean and tight and the contents are fine.
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Good. (NB67 AUG15T4AL) clean ex-library volume with the expected markings/attachments, light edge/point wear, light scuffing, no underlining or highlighting within.
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Very Good. NY: Harcourt Brace 1951. Edition unknown, not stated. Hardcover 8vo 160 pgs. Small b/w chapter heading illustrations. Very good in a good dust jacket. Slight spine slant. Light wear and bumping to spine ends and corners. Ink owner's name and info on front endpaper. Contents clean and binding sound. Jacket edgeworn, soiled and has some small tears and a crease at top edge of rear panel. Corners of flaps are clipped but 2.00 orig price remains. (england, gardening, fiction) Inquire if you need further information.