Classic Roses: An Illustrated Encyclopedia and Grower's Manual of Old Roses, Shrub Roses and Climbers

Beales, Peter

ISBN 10: 0805055843 / ISBN 13: 9780805055849

Published by Henry Holt and Co., 1997

Seller Inventory # mon0000646422

Synopsis:

This revised and enlarged edition (previous, 1992), with some 600 new photographs, is the definitive reference on old roses, including species, important hybrids, shrub roses, English roses, and climbers. Several chapters discussing the history and evolution of the rose, the early development of modern roses, and roses in the landscape are followed by a comprehensive dictionary of the genus Rosa , with each species divided into its forms and hybrids and accompanied by abundant color photographs, as well as maps indicating species origins. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Review: Lovingly compiled, beautifully illustrated and the most enticing book on roses which I have ever found ( Financial Times )

This book is the answer for everyone...it is impossible to evoke the natural grace and the detailed advice with which this author writes" ( Field )

A massive and magnificently illustrated encyclopaedic work ( Daily Telegraph )

Bibliographic Details

Title: Classic Roses: An Illustrated Encyclopedia ...
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co.
Publication Date: 1997
Binding: hardcover
Condition: Good