Did you know the type of flowers you give can speak volumes? The Secret Language ofFlowersis a fascinating insight into the Victorian tradition of using flowers to convey secretmessages, in a society where feelings often had to be suppressed. In this beautifullyillustrated bookthe perfect gift itselfSamantha Grayreveals how flowers came by theirmeanings in folklore and how flowers became the language of courtship, love, friendship,beauty, and more. Discover the meanings of over 50 flowers: how lily of the valley symbolizesthe return of happiness, how bluebells stand for constancy and everlasting love, and howdaffodils represent high regard and chivalry. With stunning illustrations by artist SarahPerkinsthat capture all of the beauty of flowers, this is an exceptionally lovely andfascinating gift book.