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Fair. Item in acceptable condition including possible liquid damage. As well answers may be filled in. May be missing DVDs, CDs, Access code, etc. 100%Money-Back Guarantee! Ship within 24 hours! ! This is a ex library book, stickers and markings accordingly.
Mr. Beverly is a wonderful writer and I love the way he writes. His earlier works such as Down the Garden Path and Laughter on the Stairs were delightful. This is the last of the gardening books and does not compare. I think I might just reread Down the Garden Path the next time I need a bit of his sarcasm and wit.
gardeninggirl
Sep 6, 2008
Highly Recommended!
I just discovered Beverley Nichols' writing about gardens, gardening, and gardeners - and what a terrific discovery he is. This is the first book I read even though it was written later in his gardening life. And although his books were written decades ago, his style and content are entertaining, informative, and a downright pleasure to read. I found it hard to put down and have subsequently worked my way through the list of his other 'garden' books. I say 'garden' in quotes, as the books are as much about himself, local characters, and society as they are about the plants and gardening. Plant references have been updated for modern readers at the back of the book in current editions. And even though he writes of gardening in a very specific location (midlands, England) with specific conditions, the information will resonate with gardeners regardless of your location. Occasionally, I found a few words and references that modern readers might (should) find offensive (racist), but I excused these as his being a product of his time.
