Train John Photography by Mark E Smith (3 results)

This book explores and brings to life the oliveÆs glorious past, with chapters on the fruitÆs role in mythology, religion and ancient civilization. It takes the reader on a tour of cultivation sites and illuminates the intricate culture of the olive oil. Lovely illustrations of nature, human labor, tools and art accompany the te…

This fascinating book tells the story of citrus fruits from earliest times. Brought back from India by Alexander the Great, citrus proved to be a lifesaver on sea voyages, since it was the antidote for scurvy. Columbus took it to the new world. The Italians, French and Spaniards made the citrus plants a centerpiece of their cast…

Tells the origins, myths, symbolism and the many practical uses of the apple. Exquisitely illustrated with botanical drawings, painting and sculpture depicting apples from Cranach the Elder in the 15th century to turn of the century painters like Cezanne. Accompanied by many beautiful photographs of orchards in bloom and the man…