The Book Of The Peony. Harding, Mrs. Edward. Gardening Monographs

pp.259 with 20 col. and 22 b/w. plates, and 1 map. 8vo. Hardback. TEG. Contents fine. Original cloth boards with gilt title and inset col. photo. in nr. fine condition. Alice Harding was an eminent American gardener and horticulturalist whose book on the Peony is regarded as a seminal work. The book begins with a detailed chapter on the mythology, ancient and modern history of the peony and then moves on to planting, cultivation and propagation. Best varieties including a consideration of the Tree Peony make this a comprehensive work.