Speaking Flowers

Speaking Flowers

Robert Tyas

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
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Árboles, flores silvestres y plantas
ISBN:
9781277520835
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'Speaking Flowers; Or, Flowers To Which A Sentiment Has Been Assigned' explores the hidden language of flowers, also known as floriography. This fascinating work delves into the Victorian-era practice of assigning meanings and sentiments to various flowers, allowing individuals to communicate nonverbally through floral arrangements. Compiled by Robert Tyas, the book serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the symbolic significance of different blooms. Discover the romantic, sentimental, and sometimes cautionary messages conveyed through specific floral choices. This book offers a glimpse into a bygone era where flowers were more than just decorative, they were a sophisticated form of communication. A delightful read for flower enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone intrigued by the secret language of the natural world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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