The Charm Of Gardens (1910)

""The Charm of Gardens"" is a book written by Dion Clayton Calthrop in 1910. The book is a detailed exploration of the beauty and allure of gardens, and the author's personal experiences and observations of them. Calthrop discusses the history of gardens, their symbolism, and their various styles and designs. He also delves into the practical aspects of gardening, including the cultivation of plants and the creation of garden features such as paths, ponds, and arbors. Throughout the book, Calthrop emphasizes the importance of gardens as places of peace, reflection, and inspiration, and encourages readers to cultivate their own gardens as a source of joy and fulfillment. The book is illustrated with numerous black and white photographs and drawings, and is written in a poetic and lyrical style that reflects the author's love of gardens. Overall, ""The Charm of Gardens"" is a timeless meditation on the beauty and wonder of nature, and a celebration of the human spirit's capacity to find solace and joy in the natural world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.