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- Autorius: Camilla Anderson
- Leidėjas: Quarto
- Metai: 2026
- Puslapiai: 224
- ISBN-10: 1577159012
- ISBN-13: 9781577159018
- Formatas: 20.3 x 26 x 2.1 cm, minkšti viršeliai
- Kalba: Anglų
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Meet the bold men and women of past and present whose appreciation for plants defied convention, broke barriers, and changed how we understand and protect the natural world.
From groundbreaking botanists who redefined science to everyday gardeners whose work sparked social change, Rebel Gardeners profiles the individuals who turned their work with plants into movements that continue to grow today. Across centuries and continents, these horticultural heroes faced prejudice, political resistance, and personal sacrifice—but their passion for plants and perseverance reshaped the landscapes we live in.
With stunning illustrations and compelling stories, the book honors over 30 pioneers from around the world who found strength, solace, and purpose in the plant world—often when society offered them none. These trailblazers include historical figures such as Luther Burbank, Edmond Albius, George Washington Carver, and Masanobu Fukuoka, as well as contemporaries including Darrel Morrison, Robin Wall Kimmerer, Paul Pulford, and Jamaica Kincaid.
Inside, you will discover:
- Inspiring biographies of gardeners and botanists who challenged the norms of their time and changed the world.
- Historical and cultural insights into how their discoveries and ideas shaped modern ecology, medicine, and agriculture.
- Untold stories of marginalized voices in horticulture whose influence has too long been overlooked.
- Environmental activism and innovation from individuals who risked their reputations—and sometimes lives—to protect the planet.
- Lush visuals and thoughtful reflections that connect the beauty of gardens to the resilience of the human spirit.
At once a celebration of diversity and a call to action, Rebel Gardeners reminds us that tending to the earth is itself an act of rebellion—and that every garden has the power to change the world.
- Autorius: Camilla Anderson
- Leidėjas: Quarto
- Metai: 2026
- Puslapiai: 224
- ISBN-10: 1577159012
- ISBN-13: 9781577159018
- Formatas: 20.3 x 26 x 2.1 cm, minkšti viršeliai
- Kalba: Anglų
Meet the bold men and women of past and present whose appreciation for plants defied convention, broke barriers, and changed how we understand and protect the natural world.
From groundbreaking botanists who redefined science to everyday gardeners whose work sparked social change, Rebel Gardeners profiles the individuals who turned their work with plants into movements that continue to grow today. Across centuries and continents, these horticultural heroes faced prejudice, political resistance, and personal sacrifice—but their passion for plants and perseverance reshaped the landscapes we live in.
With stunning illustrations and compelling stories, the book honors over 30 pioneers from around the world who found strength, solace, and purpose in the plant world—often when society offered them none. These trailblazers include historical figures such as Luther Burbank, Edmond Albius, George Washington Carver, and Masanobu Fukuoka, as well as contemporaries including Darrel Morrison, Robin Wall Kimmerer, Paul Pulford, and Jamaica Kincaid.
Inside, you will discover:
- Inspiring biographies of gardeners and botanists who challenged the norms of their time and changed the world.
- Historical and cultural insights into how their discoveries and ideas shaped modern ecology, medicine, and agriculture.
- Untold stories of marginalized voices in horticulture whose influence has too long been overlooked.
- Environmental activism and innovation from individuals who risked their reputations—and sometimes lives—to protect the planet.
- Lush visuals and thoughtful reflections that connect the beauty of gardens to the resilience of the human spirit.
At once a celebration of diversity and a call to action, Rebel Gardeners reminds us that tending to the earth is itself an act of rebellion—and that every garden has the power to change the world.
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