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ISBN: 0030595746

ISBN13: 9780030595745

The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady: A Facsimile Reproduction of a Naturalist's Diary

By Edith Holden

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Book Overview

A charming addition to Rizzoli's carefully curated program of bringing classic books back into print.

This beautifully packaged facsimile of Edith Holden's original diary is filled with a naturalist's masterful paintings and delightful observations chronicling the English countryside throughout 1906. As one of the few true records of the time in print, the handwritten thoughts and paintings contained in The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady transport readers to a more refined, romantic, and simpler time.

Capitalizing on the current Downton Abbey-inspired appetite for Edwardian-era ephemera, fashions, and society, this reproduction brings readers back to a time in which propriety, civility, and an appreciation for the natural world reigned. This souvenir of a bygone era serves not only as a calming touchstone, but a reminder that as long as we choose to see it, we are still surrounded by beauty and grace. Presented to retain the charm and beauty of the original volume filled with Holden's hand-drawn illustrations of the English countryside's flora and fauna through the changing seasons of the year, as well as handwritten notes, observations, and quotations, The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady makes a lovely addition to any home's library or side table.

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0030595746

ISBN13:9780030595745

Release Date:January 1982

Publisher:Henry Holt & Company

Length:177 Pages

Weight:0.73 lbs.

Dimensions:0.7" x 5.6" x 7.1"

Related Subjects

Conservation Efforts Gardening Techniques Landscape Painting Weather Patterns Memoir Nature Writing Nature's Wonders Biographical Biographies Biographies & History

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It's a lovely book.

Published by Eva , 4 months ago

It's a lovely book. It got here on time and was in very good condition. I was just a bit disappointed because the description I got from someone on YouTube was not accurate. It was not what I expected. It is, however, a very lovely book with lots of beautiful illustrations, and her notes and her own poetry.

This book is a GEM!

Published by MelissaM , 5 months ago

Beautiful illustrations and her own lovely notes. I love it so much I’m buy another for a special gift to a special friend. This book touches my heart. It is a work of art through observation and fascination. No regrets! Recommended!

The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady is a work of art!

Published by Gin , 6 months ago

Anyone who is involved with journals will love this beautifully written and beautiful botanical pages. 10 stars!

Wonderful book

Published by Robin , 2 years ago

A wonderful book.

Great book.

Published by Christina Demers , 4 years ago

This is an amazing book. Miss Holden’s writing and watercolors are amazing. Shipping was fast as always and packing of the book is exceptional.

A beautiful book

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago

I had some of the stationary years ago, and didn't realize until I was at a second hand booksale the other day that the artwork was from a book. What a treasure of drawings! And how wonderful to think that someone a)saved it and b) had the courage to reprint it exactly as it was, handwriting and all. Worth it just for the artwork, plus you get a view into the world of the women of that time. Having just seen the film "Miss Potter" and how hard it was for a woman to be taken seriously as an artist in England, this book is a delight to find.

a thinking woman's diary

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago

edith holden weaves a marvelous spell with her beautiful watercolor paintings, her daily wonderment at the flora and fauna she observes, and her quotations of poetry to accompany every month. the poetry reflects both the physical world and all that it represents to the human spirit that beholds it. a lovely gift for a thinking woman, especially (but not necessarily) one who loves her garden.

The ultimate nature journal.

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago

I purchased this book as part of our home school lesson. I wanted to teach the children about nature journaling. We live in a fabulous area with many of opportunities to observe nature. The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady looks exactly as she had written it, beautiful drawings with proper name labels as well as her observances of the mother nature.This was a joy to look through and read. Very inspirational and it goes well with my growing collection of Edwardian, Georgian and Victorian books.