{"product_id":"flowers-and-their-meanings-the-secret-language-and-history-of-over-600-blooms-a-flower-dictionary-hardcover","title":"Flowers and Their Meanings: The Secret Language and History of Over 600 Blooms (a Flower Dictionary) - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKaren Azoulay\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUncover the secret meanings behind your bouquets and floral arrangements with this stunningly illustrated exploration of the Victorian language of flowers, including the multicultural history, rituals, and mythology behind over 600 flowers, herbs, and trees.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn the Victorian language of flowers, hundreds of blooms were ascribed specific meanings based on folklore, science, and ancient history. Page through this botanical encyclopedia to learn each flower's Victorian meaning (ranunculus, for example, boldly states, \"I am dazzled by your charms,\" while marigold represents despair), common names, and cultural history. There is also an index of the flowers grouped by theme, should you want to challenge your local florist to create a coded message for a loved one. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe study of floriography can be used by readers to decode hidden messages in beloved novels like \u003ci\u003eThe Age of Innocence \u003c\/i\u003eor speculate as to why two canary-yellow roses--which signify jealousy and infidelity--were featured in Diana Spencer's wedding bouquet. You might share some honeysuckle (meaning \"bonds of love\") with a friend or partner as a gesture of commitment. Or perhaps you'll choose a celebratory bouquet of angelica (\"inspiration\") and purple columbine (\"resolved to win\") for a friend who has triumphed over something difficult. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eKaren Azoulay pairs nineteenth century botanical drawings with electric photography, creating a one-of-a-kind flower dictionary with a contemporary, artful feel. With a foreword by Kate Bolick and a helpful sentiment-based index, \u003ci\u003eFlowers and Their Meanings\u003c\/i\u003e is both a beautiful volume and a practical guide to incorporating the language of flowers into your own life.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaren Azoulay\u003c\/b\u003e is a Canadian born, Brooklyn-based artist and author whose projects have been featured and reviewed in publications such as the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eNew Yorker\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHyperallergic\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eVogue\u003c\/i\u003e. Azoulay incorporates performance, photography, sculpture and video into her art. She has a fascination with floral symbolism and secret messages are often embedded in her work. Inspired by \"feminine\" motifs, Azoulay explores cultural phenomenons that have historically been overlooked with the purpose of recontextualizing and championing them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 248\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.87 x 8.03 x 6.69 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 21, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44848560472166,"sku":"9780593234679","price":27.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/dGc0ekJlQlovdzVSZ3QwaktORisrUT09.webp?v=1772762717","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/flowers-and-their-meanings-the-secret-language-and-history-of-over-600-blooms-a-flower-dictionary-hardcover","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}