{"product_id":"botanic-gardens-of-the-world-tales-of-extraordinary-plants-botanical-history-and-scientific-discovery","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\u003eDiscover 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":43101199532076,"sku":"9781529428094","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0379\/1365\/7388\/files\/9781529428094.jpg?v=1713004639","url":"https:\/\/www.griffinbooksonline.co.uk\/products\/botanic-gardens-of-the-world-tales-of-extraordinary-plants-botanical-history-and-scientific-discovery","provider":"Griffin Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}