Richard Mabey
Weeds: The Story of Outlaw Plants: A Cultural History
- ISBN 13:
- 9781846680816
- author:
- Richard Mabey
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Profile Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 13 x 2.6 cm
- Genre:
- Home & Garden
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Since the first human settlements 10,000 years ago, weeds have been a constant presence, invading farmland and building-sites, war-zones and flower-beds across the globe. They are a familiar sight, yet their significance has often been overlooked.
Richard Mabey explores the complex relationship between humans and weeds, examining how we have tried to define them, explain their persistence, and draw moral lessons from them. From the medicinal properties of burdock to the inspiration behind Velcro, Mabey weaves together the insights of botanists, gardeners, artists, and poets to reveal the intricate web of connections between humans and the natural world.
One person's weed is another's wild beauty, and Mabey's book invites us to reconsider our place within the natural world. With its unique blend of science, art, and observation, "Weeds" offers a fresh perspective on the plants that have shaped our lives and our understanding of the world around us.
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