A Floral Fantasy in an Old English Garden by Walter Crane
"A Floral Fantasy in an Old English Garden" by Walter Crane is a beautifully illustrated collection of poems, likely written in the late 19th century. This work combines vivid descriptions of flowers and garden scenes with whimsical verse, creating a lyrical homage to the charm of an English garden and its floral inhabitants. The book reflects the artistic trends of the Victorian era, blending nature and fantasy in a way that enchants
readers. The content of the book invites readers on a fantastical journey through an old English garden, where flowers are personified as characters engaging in human-like activities and interactions. Each flower is presented with a unique identity, often associated with human behaviors or societal roles, emphasizing the connection between nature and the human experience. The verses capture a variety of scenes, from romantic encounters to playful gatherings among the flowers, all set against the backdrop of a lush garden. The charming illustrations convey the beauty and whimsy of the garden, enhancing the enchanting atmosphere that Crane masterfully crafts throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Crane, Walter, 1845-1915 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Floral Fantasy in an Old English Garden |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NC: Fine Arts: Drawing, Design, Illustration |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Flowers -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Gardens, English -- Juvenile poetry |
| Subject | Fairy poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24485 |
| Release Date | Feb 2, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 248 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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