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The Gardens of Wales

The Gardens of Wales

by Alex Ramsay (Photographer), HelenaAttlee (Author)

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    Hardcover 2009

    $5.35
Synopsis

The books in this series offer a general introduction capturing the essence of a national garden style and an outline of its history, followed by explorations of representative gardens, which allow the author to explain in more detail their character and nature. This exploration of the gardens of Wales uncovers an exciting range of gardens, large and small, public and private, historic and contemporary, all over the country. Helena Attlee's lively text combines with Alex Ramsay's evocative photographs to convey a rich treasury waiting to be discovered.

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Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 128
 Publisher: Frances Lincoln
Published: 01 Mar 2009
ISBN 10: 0711228825
ISBN 13: 9780711228825
Book Overview: * Ideal for visitors, and anyone wanting to acquire a knowledge of Welsh garden style easily and quickly. * 26 of the best gardens in Wales covered in detail including Bodnant, Tal-y-Cafn, Colwyn Bay; Llanover, Abergavenny; Chirk Castle, Chirk and more, which are all open to the public. * Photographs specially taken by a leading garden photographer. * Interesting, elegantly written text that grasps and holds the reader's attention. * Coincides with a resurgence of interest in Welsh garden culture. * Includes practical information about the gardens explored, such as their opening and closing times

Media Reviews
Documenting both visitor attractions and private gardens that are part of the National Garden Scheme from across Wales with wildly varying landscapes this really is an armchair treat! South Wales Evening Post
Author Bio
Helena Attlee is an author and journalist who has made the garden and its history her special subject. Her books include The Gardens of Portugal Italian Gardens: A Cultural History and Gardens of Wales (all publishd by Frances Lincoln). She lectures widely, writes for a wide range of journals and magazines, and leads specialist garden tours. She lives in Presteigne, Powys, with her husband, the photographer Alex Ramsay. Alex Ramsay is well known as an award-winning photographer of architecture, gardens and landscapes. His work has appeared in leading magazines worldwide and illustrates many books including Helena Attlee's Italian Gardens: A Cultural History and Gardens of Wales. To visit Alex Ramsay's website click here