STORY OF THE ENGLISH GARDEN (NATIONAL TRUST)

From tiny medieval gardens to vast Georgian parks, from Victorian glasshouses crammed with exotic specimens to the elegant outdoor 'rooms' of the Edwardians and the functional, ecologically-aware gardens of today, this book explores the love affair between the English and their gardens for over 500 years. The definitive guide to Europe's greatest collection of historic gardens - a rich celebration of World Heritage sites, rare and exotic plants and ground-breaking architectural design.