Hortobiography : a gritty woman's tale of people, places and plants
Klein, Carol, 1945-2025
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Carol Klein is one of Britain's best loved horticulturists, and for decades gardening has been at the heart of her extraordinary life. From her childhood adventures in Manchester to her first experiments in plantswomanship at Glebe Cottage, and from training as an artist and a teacher, and then finding an entirely unexpected career as one of Britain's most beloved television presenters, in this long-awaited memoir Carol tells the story of the people, places and plants that have shaped her life. Exploring why our relationship with the natural world is so important, and how it brings joy, creativity and good health to our lives, Carol also offers irresistible insights on her favourite flowers and plants, and how to help them flourish. A story of a life lived happily amongst the greenery, this book is the perfect companion for anyone who has sought solace in the natural world.
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Author:
Klein, Carol, 1945-, author
Imprint:
London : Witness Books, 2025.
Collation:
332 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; 20 cm
Notes:
Originally published: 2024.Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:
9781529144345 (pbk)
Dewey class:
635.092635.092 KLEB KLE920 KLE635.092KLE
Language:
English
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BRN:
3990292