Whittingham, Sarah
The Victorian Fern Craze (Shire Library)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780747807469
- author:
- Whittingham, Sarah
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Shire Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 64
- Dimensions:
- 20.4 x 14.8 x 0.6 cm
- Genre:
- Architecture / History / Modern (late 19th Century to 1945)
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Victorian Fern Craze by Sarah Whittingham explores the fascinating phenomenon of fern fever that swept Britain between 1837 and 1914. This period saw ferns become highly prized for their aesthetic appeal, leading to an epidemic of collecting and enthusiasm. As the craze gained momentum in the 1840s, ferns began to feature not only in gardens and homes but also in architecture and decorative arts. The mania even extended to roads, villas, and terraced houses, with many being named after the fern. This book provides a comprehensive look at how the craze developed, how ferns were incorporated into Victorian material and visual culture, and the lasting impact it had on society. By examining the fern craze through its various manifestations, Whittingham sheds new light on this intriguing chapter in British history.
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