The Rose: The History of the World s Favourite Flower in 40 Captivating Roses with Classic Texts and Rare Beautiful Prints"In Slipcover"

Featuring 40 frameable prints, this exquisite boxed set is the perfect gift for rose lovers everywhere.
 
From roses in the ancient world and the Renaissance to Bourbons, Noisettes, Multifloras, and modern varieties, this gorgeous book pays tribute to the world’s most beloved flower. With expert text from Brent Elliott, a historian at the Royal Horticultural Society, The Rose introduces the most popular species and hybrids, explores the layout of rose gardens through the years, delves into the myths surrounding the flower, and examines roses in the language of love.