Floramour: Peonies [English / German]

About this book

Language: Bilingual in English and German

Lush, full, and incredibly beautiful, the peony is one of the most magnificent flowers adorning our gardens. It saddens enthusiasts of this beauty that it is quite rare. Depending on the variety, its blooming period is limited to a few weeks between May and June. However, when the peony finally decides to unfurl its bud, it practically explodes, presenting a bombastic display of fully filled blossoms that delights peony lovers in ecstatic admiration.

Now, all friends of this lavish ornamental plant can rejoice, because for the long wait between blooms, the photo book Floramour: Peonies offers a replacement that is unparalleled. The concept of this extraordinary book series envisions a new and comprehensive approach to this aesthetically pleasing plant.

In addition to photographs in intoxicating colours and delicate details, author Anja Klaffenbach imparts fascinating botanical knowledge and a skilful overview of the cultural history of this magnificent flower in this coffee table book. To serve this purpose, the high-quality images are complemented by intricate sketches, drawings, and engaging texts.

Floramour: Peonies is a unique botanical portrait that will surprise even seasoned flower enthusiasts, as this book excels on all levels. With a beautifully crafted cover, the book itself becomes a centrepiece on the bookshelf. An inspiration for all ambitious gardeners and the perfect gift for all admirers of finely nuanced natural beauty.

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Biography

Anja Klaffenbach was more or less born with a love of nature: In the garden of her mother, a passionate flower enthusiast and amateur gardener, she discovered the great diversity of the local flora from an early age already. When she is not busy as a freelance copywriter and author writing books about travelling and botanical life, she can be found there, putting her green thumb to the test by exploring new and old-fashioned species of edible and ornamental plants.