Grigson, G. The Englishman’s Flora. Illustrated with Woodcuts from 16th Century Herbals. 1st. Facs. Ed. Pub. The Folio Society. 1987
pp.478 with b/w. woodcuts. 4to. Nr. fine hardback in nr. fine slipcase.
Records the superstitions and folk-knowledge of the English flora, by giving the history of each species' name and usage. It provides a comprehensive list of regional and vernacular plant names and touches upon the literary and artistic symbolism of plant life.
£17.50 [Ref: 64992]