Explore Candace Wheeler's 1901 classic Content in A Garden - first edition
$ 79.2
Description
This is a rare first edition of "Content in a Garden" by Candice Wheeler. A charming book with decorations by Dora Wheeler Keith, the book was published in 1901 by the Houghton Mifflin Company The Riverside Press Cambridge. This is a lovely, highly collectable garden book from early Americana. Content In A Garden is a book written by Candace Wheeler and published in 1901. The book is a collection of essays that explore the joys and benefits of gardening. Wheeler, who was a prominent designer and advocate for the arts and crafts movement, shares her personal experiences and insights on gardening, as well as practical advice on how to create a beautiful and productive garden. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of gardening, the importance of soil, the selection of plants, and the care and maintenance of a garden. It also includes chapters on the use of garden design and landscaping to create a sense of harmony and tranquility, and the role of gardening in promoting physical and mental health. Throughout the book, Wheeler emphasizes the spiritual and emotional benefits of gardening, and encourages readers to find contentment and fulfillment in the simple pleasures of nature. With its beautiful prose and timeless wisdom, Content In A Garden remains a beloved classic for gardeners and nature lovers alike.
