Kew Gardens by A. R. Hope Moncrieff
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About this eBook
| Author | Moncrieff, A. R. Hope (Ascott Robert Hope), 1846-1927 |
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| Illustrator | Martin, T. Mower (Thomas Mower), 1838-1934 |
| LoC No. | 09018499 |
| Title |
Kew Gardens With 24 full-page Illustrations in Colour |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | Preface -- Royal residences -- Kew in favour -- The story of the gardens -- The village: in and about it -- Visiting the gardens. |
| Credits |
Produced by Adrian Mastronardi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "Kew Gardens" by A. R. Hope Moncrieff is a descriptive account of Kew Gardens and its historical significance, written in the early 20th century. The work provides an exploration of the gardens' botanical importance and its connection to the British royal family, particularly during the time of George III. Through a combination of narrative and illustration, the text captures the beauty of the gardens and the stories tied to them, shedding light on both the flora and the notable figures associated with the site. At the start of the work, the narrative introduces Kew Gardens as a remarkable botanical collection marred by less-than-ideal natural conditions. The author delves into the historical backdrop of Kew, recounting its royal connections, including its use as a favored country residence by King George III. Through the lens of royal history, the opening segment sets the stage for an exploration of significant events that took place at Kew, intertwining the garden’s evolution with the lives of various monarchs and family members, thereby foreshadowing its importance both as a natural haven and as a site of royal legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QK: Science: Botany |
| Subject | Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew |
| Subject | Kew (London, England) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55899 |
| Release Date | Nov 7, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 80 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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