A World of Flowers: 75 Stunning Varieties in Full Bloom [Hardcover]

Clay Perry (Author), Maggie Perry (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 15, 2001

Photographer Clay Perry's striking, inspiring photographs remind us of the incredible color, dignity, and whimsy of flowers. Complete with details on growing and caring for each variety, A World of Flowers presents seventy-five flowers, each one with its own history and character. The entries range from Acanthus to Zantedeschia (Calla Lilly), and include the most popular varieties, such as Marigold, Iris, and Pansy, along with Freesia, Spider Lily, Jade Vine, Red Hot poker, Love-in-a-Mist, and many more.

Seasoned gardeners as well as those with no prior experience growing and cultivating flowers will turn to this stunning collection again and again for it's beauty, information, and inspiration.

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Photography that magically transforms the most ordinary flowers into extraordinary works of art is Clay Perry's signature style. Arguably one of today's finest floral photographers, Perry once again treats the viewer to a bee's-eye glimpse into the heart and soul of 75 botanical species, ranging from the exotic to the everyday. From the subtle eroticism of tropical calla lilies to the lush elegance of simple chrysanthemums, Perry glorifies the infinite variety of texture, light, and color found only in nature. He is complemented by wife, Maggie, whose scrupulously researched text uncovers each plant's unique characteristics; together the Perrys imaginatively capture a world dazzling in its diversity. Maggie's arcane folklore and romantic mythology uncover a rich background that lends character to each flower, while Clay's provocative photography excites by revealing spectacular blossoms in all their exquisite detail. Concise cultural information provides the essential guidance needed to make these gems your own--a blessing, since Perry's inspiring photographs render these flowers impossible to resist. Carol Haggas
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About the Author

Clay Perry's photography has appeared in critically acclaimed books and magazines, including Country Living and Homes & Gardens. His 1996 book David Austen's English Roses was named Garden Book of the Year in the U.K. He lives in London, England.

Maggie Perry has done horticultural research for numerous books.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Press; 1 edition (February 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312271824
• ISBN-13: 978-0312271824
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 9.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,063,510 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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