Favorite Flowers. An Illustrated History

The Russian scientist-naturalist Nikolai Fyodorovichzolotnitsky (1851-1920) is best known as the author of "Myths and Legends about Flowers".
We present another, no less interesting work by Zolotnitsky. It will introduce you to the history of almost a hundred flowers: from popular... peonies, begonias, and roses to unjustly forgotten ones - bar bouquet, broken heart, and mignonette... Unlike "Myths and Legends", this collection has not been reissued since 1913.
You are in for an exciting journey in the company of beautiful flora. You will learn about the intricate paths that flowers took to arrive in our gardens and homes, crossing seas and oceans, deserts and mountain peaks, to delight us with their incredible forms and fragrances. What adventures and dramas sometimes unfolded around these enchanting creations of nature!
The book is adorned with paintings by outstanding artists, as well as rare examples of botanical illustration.
Compiler V. Kuzmin.