Flowers and herbs of early America / by Lawrence D. Griffith ; photography by Barbara Temple Lombardi.
| Author/creator | Griffith, Lawrence D. |
| Other author | Lombardi, Barbara Temple, photographer. |
| Other author | Griffith, Lawrence D., inscriber. |
| Other author | Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | New Haven, Conn. ; London : Yale University Press, ©2008. |
| Description | xi, 292 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 28 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Flowers. Annuals ; Biennials ; Perennials -- Herbs. Annuals ; Biennial ; Perennials. |
| Abstract | A leading historic plant expert bring the botanical heritage of early America back to life, documenting more than fifty species of flowers and herbs and providing details on how they were cultivated and used. |
| Local note | Joyner Rare copy inscribed by author to Jack and Mary Spain on half-title page. Pamphlet on portraits at King & Queen County Circuit Courthouse and pages 41-50 (stapled) from Colonial Williamsburg magazine, Spring 2008 issue tucked into front cover. |
| General note | "The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation." |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 277-283) and indexes. |
| Digital Bookplate | Bookplate for Jack and Mary Spain |
| Acquisitions source | Joyner Rare copy Gift of Jack and Mary Spain, 6/19/2024 |
| Issued in other form | Online version: Griffith, Lawrence D. Flowers and herbs of early America. New Haven, Conn. ; London : Yale University Press, ©2008 |
| Genre/form | History. |
| LCCN | 2008926453 |
| ISBN | 9780300145366 (Yale ; hbk. ; verso) |
| ISBN | (CWF ; hbk. ; verso) |
| ISBN | 9780300164541 (back cover) |
| ISBN | 0300164548 (back cover) |
| ISBN | 0300145365 (Yale ; hbk.) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Rare Collection | SB404.6.U5 G75 2008 | ✔ Available | Request Material |