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The RHS of Garden Verse: A Literary Anthology for All Seasons

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The RHS Book of Garden Verse

by Royal Horticultural Society

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	130 pages

The garden has long been a source of inspiration for poets and writers. In The RHS of Garden Verse, the Royal Horticultural Society has gathered together a captivating collection of poems, excerpts, and essays that celebrate the beauty and wonder of the garden throughout the changing seasons.

From the delicate blooms of spring to the vibrant colors of summer, from the golden hues of autumn to the quiet beauty of winter, this anthology offers a literary feast for garden lovers of all ages.

The Seasons of the Garden

The RHS of Garden Verse is divided into four sections, each dedicated to a different season:

Spring: This section celebrates the rebirth of nature after a long winter. Poems such as "Daffodils" by William Wordsworth and "Spring" by Emily Dickinson capture the joy and wonder of this season.
Summer: This section evokes the long, lazy days of summer, when the garden is at its peak. Poems such as "Summer Night" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and "Ode to a Nightingale" by John Keats celebrate the beauty and abundance of this season.
Autumn: This section captures the changing colors of autumn, as the leaves turn from green to gold to red. Poems such as "To Autumn" by John Keats and "November" by Thomas Hood reflect on the beauty and melancholy of this season.
Winter: This section celebrates the quiet beauty of winter, when the garden is dormant but still holds promise of spring to come. Poems such as "Winter" by William Blake and "Snowdrop" by Emily Dickinson capture the magic of this season.

The Garden in Literature

In addition to poems, The RHS of Garden Verse also includes excerpts from essays and novels that celebrate the garden. These pieces explore the many ways in which the garden has inspired writers throughout history.

For example, in her essay "On Gardens," Virginia Woolf writes about the importance of gardens as places of peace and beauty. She says, "A garden is a place where one can go to escape the world and to find oneself." Other writers, such as Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and Vita Sackville-West, have also written about the garden in their work.

The RHS of Garden Verse is a beautiful and inspiring collection of literature that celebrates the beauty and wonder of the garden. This anthology is a must-have for any garden lover who enjoys reading and writing about the natural world.

About the Royal Horticultural Society

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is the world's leading gardening charity. The RHS promotes the art and science of horticulture through its gardens, shows, publications, and educational programs. The RHS is also a registered charity that supports horticultural research and education.

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The RHS of Garden Verse is available now from the RHS website and all good bookstores. Free Download your copy today and enjoy the beauty and wonder of the garden through the timeless words of poets and writers.

The RHS Book of Garden Verse

by Royal Horticultural Society

4.7 out of 5