""The Flowers and Gardens of Japan"" by Florence Du Cane is an illustrated guide that explores the beauty and significance of Japanese gardens and their accompanying flora. The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of Japanese gardening, including the history of the art form, the different styles of gardens, and the use of flowers and plants in Japanese culture. The author provides detailed descriptions of different species of flowers and plants commonly found in Japanese gardens, along with their ...
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""The Flowers and Gardens of Japan"" by Florence Du Cane is an illustrated guide that explores the beauty and significance of Japanese gardens and their accompanying flora. The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of Japanese gardening, including the history of the art form, the different styles of gardens, and the use of flowers and plants in Japanese culture. The author provides detailed descriptions of different species of flowers and plants commonly found in Japanese gardens, along with their cultural significance and symbolism. The book also includes beautiful illustrations and photographs that showcase the stunning landscapes and intricate designs of Japanese gardens. Whether you are a gardening enthusiast or simply interested in Japanese culture, ""The Flowers and Gardens of Japan"" is a must-read that will transport you to the serene and harmonious world of Japanese gardens.This Book Does Not Pretend To Furnish A Complete List Of All The Flowers To Be Found In The Country, But Rather To Give A Description Of Those Which Are Most Remarkable For Their Beauty And Profusion, And Which Are Most Closely Associated With Japan.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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Wonderful book.The coloured illustrations ,with tissue paper covering,are truly beautiful.Also,the text is very well written .Great book for anyone interested in Japanese gardens,or any type of gardens.
