flowers and their meanings: the secret language and history of over 600 blooms (a flower dictionary)
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Uncover the secret meanings behind your bouquets and floral arrangements with this stunningly illustrated exploration of the Victorian language of flowers, including the multicultural history, rituals, and mythology behind over 600 flowers, herbs, and trees.
In the Victorian language of flowers, hundreds of blooms were ascribed specific meanings based on folklore, science, and ancient history. Page through this botanical encyclopedia to learn each flower's Victorian meaning (ranunculus, for example, boldly states, "I am dazzled by your charms," while marigold represents despair), common names, and cultural history. There is also an index of the flowers grouped by theme, should you want to challenge your local florist to create a coded message for a loved one.
The study of floriography can be used by readers to decode hidden messages in beloved novels like The Age of Innocence or speculate as to why two canary-yellow roses--which signify jealousy and infidelity--were featured in Diana Spencer's wedding bouquet. You might share some honeysuckle (meaning "bonds of love") with a friend or partner as a gesture of commitment. Or perhaps you'll choose a celebratory bouquet of angelica ("inspiration") and purple columbine ("resolved to win") for a friend who has triumphed over something difficult.
Karen Azoulay is a Canadian born, Brooklyn-based artist and author whose projects have been featured and reviewed in publications such as the New York Times, New Yorker, Hyperallergic, and Vogue. Azoulay incorporates performance, photography, sculpture and video into her art. She has a fascination with floral symbolism and secret messages are often embedded in her work. Inspired by "feminine" motifs, Azoulay explores cultural phenomena that have historically been overlooked with the purpose of recontextualizing and championing them.
Karen Azoulay pairs nineteenth century botanical drawings with electric photography, creating a one-of-a-kind flower dictionary with a contemporary, artful feel. With a foreword by Kate Bolick and a helpful sentiment-based index, Flowers and Their Meanings is both a beautiful volume and a practical guide to incorporating the language of flowers into your own life.
- Publisher : Clarkson Potter (March 21, 2023)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 248 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0593234677
- ISBN-13 : 978-0593234679
- Item Weight : 1.5 pounds
- Dimensions : 6.7 x 0.82 x 8.3 inches
delivery
we offer delivery to paducah and the surrounding areas monday- saturday. orders must be placed by 1pm for same day delivery mon-fri and 12 pm for same day delivery on saturday.
delivery fee is based on mileage from the shop.
0-1 miles $5
1-5 miles $10
5-10 miles $15
10-15 miles $20
please call the shop for deliveries outside of our delivery area and we will accommodate if possible.
delivery contact info
we ask for recipient phone number and information in case of delivery problems. our delivery driver will make every attempt at keeping your delivery a surprise, we promise. if there is no answer at the door, a text message will be sent to the recipient letting them know of the delivery and it will be placed in a safe location. if the driver deems that there is no safe location, it will be brought back to the store for pick up or redelivery. if redelivery is needed, an additional delivery charge may be added.
return policy- fresh florals
we do everything we can to provide fresh, beautiful florals. that being said, it’s important to remember that fresh flowers are delicate and require care. included with each wrap or arrangement is a care card with instructions on how to keep your florals fresh for as long as possible. if you are not satisfied with the longevity of your arrangement, please email us within 72 hours of pickup or delivery date. we ask that you include photos and a description of quality issue. in the event of a valid quality issue, an exchange for a new bouquet or arrangement will be made. we do not offer refunds. we also cannot offer refunds based on taste or preference. if no requests are made, the designers will use the freshest and prettiest flowers. this allows us to create beautiful, unique arrangements. please remember that art is subjective. we take pride in everything we send out. unless there is a quality issue with the life of the flowers, we cannot offer refunds or replacements.
return policy- indoor plants
we take every precaution to keep plants healthy while they’re in store. we can’t control the conditions after they leave. we are unable to refund plant purchases. care cards are offered with purchase to give you information on how best to care for your plant. if you get home and find that your plant has bugs or has root rot, please email us with photos and a description within 72 hours of purchase. in the event of a valid quality issue, a new plant or equal exchange will be made