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The Language Of Flowers by Catherine Lee

Since ancient times, flowers, herbs and other plants have been used in symbolic ways to convey a multitude of emotions and feelings, creating a unique form of communication. This irresistible little book by Catherine Lee decodes the rich and evocative language of flowers and helps you to choose the ideal personalized gift. Give polyanthus for confidence or lily of the valley for happiness. A lilac suggests the first stirrings of love, while orchids signify beauty. Flowers are arranged in chapters according to their meanings, beginning with Qualities & Virtues and moving on to Happiness, Friendship, Love & Passion, Marriage, Family, Beauty, Youth & Age, Ambition & Success, Sadness & Loss making it simple to identify the right bloom for any occasion. Exquisite photographs and moving poetryby Shakespeare, Wordsworth, Whitman and many more complete the floral feast.