Allotments (Britain's Heritage) - Softcover

Way, Twigs

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1445665700 ISBN 13: 9781445665702

Publisher: Amberley Publishing, 2017

Synopsis

The allotment is a much-loved part of every British city, town and village. At their height in the years around the Second World War, and increasingly neglected towards the end of the twentieth century, Allotments are now in the throes of a full-scale revival. Many allotments now have long waiting lists, and allotment keeping has become a fashionable hobby across society.

This book explores the fascinating social history of the allotment from its roots in the 17th century Digger movement, through religion, protest and war, to the influence of food miles and GM. It includes insights into quirky rules and regulations, murder and looting, and even art and opera on the allotment. Drawing on archival and contemporary material, this heavily illustrated book considers both the history and the future of the not so humble allotment.

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Review:

Shire Books tackle subjects that others fail to notice. Whether they are on gipsy caravans, horse brasses or heraldry I simply love them! Small, neat, comprehensive yet reasonably priced. Who could ask for more? --Alan Titchmarsh

About the Author:

Twigs Way is a garden historian, writer and lecturer with a particular interest in the gardens of the working and middle classes. She is the author of a number of books including The Wartime Garden, Garden Gnomes and Allotments for Shire.

About this edition

• Publisher: Amberley Publishing
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1445665700
• ISBN 13: 9781445665702
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64