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The Kew Gardens Christmas Book by Jenny Linford Hardcover Book
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Item specifics
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- ISBN-13
- 9781842467930
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About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
KEW Publishing
ISBN-10
184246793X
ISBN-13
9781842467930
eBay Product ID (ePID)
14065840673
Product Key Features
Book Title
Kew Gardens Christmas Book
Number of Pages
136 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2024
Topic
Natural History, Holidays / Christmas & Advent, Seasonal, Customs & Traditions
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Religion, Cooking, Social Science, Science
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
26.1 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
7.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
23
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Decimal
394.2663
Table Of Content
Introduction 7 Evergreens 15 The Christmas tree 16 Holly 25 Mistletoe 28 Ivy 31 The Yule log 34 The Glastonbury Thorn 36 Ornamental Christmas plants 39 Christmas wreaths 41 Wassailing 43 The robin 45 Reindeer 48 The ox 52 Snow 55 Frankincense and myrhh 58 The goose 62 The turkey 66 The boar's head 68 Brassicas 71 Christmas pudding 74 Festive spices 77 Cinnamon 79 Cloves 80 Ginger 80 Nutmeg 83 The almond 86 The chestnut 88 Marzipan 91 Christmas fruit cake 93 The cranberry 94 Citrus fruit 96 The pomegranate 99 Sorrel (hibiscus or roselle) 102 Gingerbread 104 Cacao and chocolate 105 RECIPES Stilton and poppyseed coins 112 Spiced sweet potato soup 113 Chestnut soup 114 Crunchy pickled vegetables 116 Beetroot potato pancakes 117 Pomegranate coleslaw 118 Truffled porcini stuffing 119 Cherry walnut Christmas mincemeat 122 Panettone pudding 124 Syllabub ginger trifle 125 Sorrel rum jelly 126 Cranberry marzipan cookies 127 Chocolate orange truffles 128 Recommended reading 130 Image credits and acknowledgements 132 Conversion tables 133 Index 135
Synopsis
Christmas is a special festival, marked around the world each December. It is a time of year which we always enjoy celebrating at Kew Gardens. One striking aspect of Christmas is the role played by plants, animals and birds in it - from the Christmas tree and vibrant evergreens used to decorate our homes to the reindeer and robins which are such an endearing part of the Christmas story. The Kew Gardens Christmas Book is a beautifully illustrated celebration of the plants and animals central to Christmas. Jenny Linford, author of the highly successful The Kew Gardens Cookbook weaves together history, folklore, botany and stories about Kew, as well as a selection of delicious plant and fungi-based Christmas recipes. From the history of the Christmas tree to the intriguing story of frankincense, the book is filled with fascinating festive facts. In short, it's the perfect Christmas present, A striking aspect of the much-loved festival of Christmas is the important role played in it by plants and animals. This is the time of year when we bring trees - real or artificial - into our homes and hang them with lights and special ornaments. From holly and mistletoe, reindeer and robins, to spices and chocolate, the natural word is central to our celebrations. In this beautifully illustrated celebration of Christmas, author Jenny Linford weaves together history, folklore and botany, as well as the core festive theme of feasting, with a selection of delicious plant and fungi-based Christmas recipes., The Kew Gardens Christmas Book is a beautifully illustrated celebration of the plants and animals central to Christmas. Jenny Linford, author of the highly successful The Kew Gardens Cookbook weaves together history, folklore, botany and stories about Kew, as well as a selection of delicious plant and fungi-based Christmas recipes. From the history of the Christmas tree to the intriguing story of frankincense, the book is filled with fascinating festive facts. In short, it's the perfect Christmas present.
LC Classification Number
GT4988.7
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Seller feedback (1,056,215)
- c***a (121)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThe seller was very responsive and answered me on a timely matter. The product itself came in its packaging and was new, not used at all. The packaging was not beat up or anything, safely delivered to my mailbox. No mix ups and zero stress with delivery. The price for the product is completely understandable for the product. I really appreciate the seller and I am very happy to have purchased through this seller. Completely trustable!
- m***4 (1604)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseLeaving positive feedback because 1) item was packed well & arrived as described 2) seller did give partial refund when subsequent price dropped below org purchase price. 3) communication was quick However, there was a downside to this transaction -item listed as in-stock but ended up waiting nearly a month for them to get it from their distributer then ship it to me (bought June 29th, arrived around July 21). Auction said 12-15 days. Better clarity would have prevented lot of frustration
- w***i (875)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAbsolutely Wonderful Seller!! Terrific Item As Described!!! Great Service and Communication!! Shipped In Waterproof Packaging!! I Received Item In About One Week!! Very Pleased With Seller! I Will Buy From This Seller Again!!