{"product_id":"9781524858148","title":"Floriography: An Illustrated Guide to the Victorian Language of Flowers","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eNEW YORK TIMES \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eBESTSELLING ILLUSTRATOR \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA charming, gorgeously illustrated botanical encyclopedia for your favorite romantic, local witch, bride-to-be, or green-thumbed friend.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eFloriography \u003c\/i\u003eis artist and illustrator Jessica Roux’s full-color guide to the historical uses and secret meanings behind an impressive array of flowers and herbs. The book explores the coded significances associated with close to 100 blooms, from flowers for a lover to flowers for an enemy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe language of flowers was historically used as a means of secret communication. It soared in popularity during the 19th century, especially in Victorian England and the U.S., when proper etiquette discouraged open displays of emotion. Mysterious and playful, the language of flowers has roots in everything from the characteristics of the plant to its presence in folklore and history. Researched and illustrated by popular artist Jessica Roux, \u003ci\u003eFloriography\u003c\/i\u003e makes a stunning display piece, conversation-starter, or thoughtful gift for floral fans, gardeners, and anyone interested in romanticism and historic traditions.","brand":"Andrews McMeel Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42370546368573,"sku":"9781524858148","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0838\/9949\/files\/9781524858148_p0.jpg?v=1771584451","url":"https:\/\/www.tatteredcover.com\/products\/9781524858148","provider":"Tattered Cover","version":"1.0","type":"link"}