Product description
A charming piece of vintage natural history, Flowers of the Country-Side from The Young Naturalist series captures the beauty of British wildflowers through beautifully detailed colour illustrations.
Published by Brockhampton Press during the 1940s–1950s and written by Cyril J. Lane, with illustrations by Will H. Stevens, this delightful hardback guide reflects a time when discovering the natural world through books was part of everyday countryside life. The carefully illustrated pages introduce a wonderful variety of wildflowers, making it both an informative reference and a nostalgic decorative piece.
With its vintage character, original dust jacket and gentle signs of age, this book brings the charm of a traditional country bookshelf into the home. Perfect for nature lovers, botanical collectors and those who appreciate vintage books with history, it is a beautiful example of how everyday objects can carry memories and stories through generations.
A lovely addition to a cottagecore interior, reading nook or vintage library collection, celebrating the enduring connection between nature, illustration and British heritage.
A lovely book to browse on a quiet afternoon, bringing a little countryside charm to every page.
Product Details
Title: Flowers of the Country-Side
Series: The Young Naturalist
Author: Cyril J. Lane
Illustrator: Will H. Stevens
Publisher: Brockhampton Press
Date: Circa 1940s–1950s
Format: Hardback with dust jacket
Dimensions
Height: 22 cm
Width: 14 cm
Depth: 0.5 cm
Condition
Good vintage condition. The original dust jacket shows age related wear and tears. The book itself remains in good condition with no rips or tears, gentle age toning to some pages and a charming inscription inside the front cover reading: "To Mac. With love from Grannie. 15/9/50."
Suitable For
Vintage book collectors
Nature lovers
Cottagecore interiors
Wildflower enthusiasts
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Shipping
Carefully packed and dispatched from Surrey. Free UK delivery.
