England is a nation of gardeners, and the suburban garden is a private paradise that reflects the aspirations and realities of the suburban dweller. From Victorian shrubberies to the 1980s 'Good Life,' these small plots reveal the ever-changing aspirations and realities of the suburban dweller, from rural retreats to urban chic, decorative to productive, floral to formal. This book celebrates the gardens that make up the green patchwork of suburbia. \n Format: Paperback / softback\n Length: 64 pages\n Publication date: 15 October 2020\n Publisher: Amberley Publishing\n England, a nation of gardeners, finds solace in the suburban gardens that surround us. These private oases, shielded by privet, hold the aspirations and dreams of countless gardeners throughout history. From the Victorian shrubberies to the 1980s 'Good Life' era, these small plots offer a glimpse into the ever-evolving aspirations and realities of suburban dwellers. Whether celebrated by estate agents or satirized in literature, suburban plots are adorned with various features such as seating areas, sundials, goldfish ponds, and the contentious overgrown hedge. These gardens straddle the line between country and town, oscillating between rural retreats and urban chic, decorative to productive, floral to formal. At their core, suburban gardens are defined by their location and size, often overlooked by history and sometimes in reality. This book celebrates the gardens that form the vibrant green tapestry of suburbia, serving as a part of the Britains Heritage series, which offers comprehensive introductions to the rich heritage of Britain. It is an ideal starting point for exploring the diverse world of suburban gardens in all their splendor.\n Weight: 212g\n Dimension: 165 x 233 x 7 (mm)\n ISBN-13: 9781445683263\n \n
