ROSE (RHS) (HB)

Since the first recorded reference over 7,000 years ago, roses have captivated botanists, artists, poets, perfumers and gardeners. This is the story of the world's favourite flower through 40 of the most popular species and hybrids. Arranged chronologically, the book details the arrival of each flower in European gardens, the history of the layout of rose gardens and the role that roses play in the 'language of flowers'. Extraordinary illustrations and extracts from classic texts held in the Lindley Library complete this authoritative celebration.