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A hundred years ago there was a pronounced change in the direction of British gardening. The garden was transformed from a plaything for the rich to a democratic exercise, a hobby for the millions. Few figures were more central to and prominent in this transition than Reginald Farrer, whose passion for alpines would put a rockery in the backyards of countless enthusiasts and whose adventures in Tibet and China collecting elusive and exotic specimens, including the wild tree peony, a new buddleaia, and even an entire new genus called Farreria, were the stuff of legends. But Farrer was a strange man, a tortured soul. Tormented by physical disabilities (he had a hare lip, a pygmy body, and a cleft palate) he developed a personality that was defensive, restless, yet productive and endlessly energetic. Within his realm of horticultural exploration and exploitation, he was a giant, becoming one of the great plant hunters of his age, repeatedly traveling to Japan and Tibet to collect new species and, through the influence of his extraordinary series of books, changing forever the art and practice of Western gardening.
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I bought this for my dad who loves gardening, and he couldn't put it down! He found Farrer’s passion contagious, and now he’s eager to try new plants in his own rock garden. Great find!
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Emily Tran
Fascinating but arrived damaged
I was really looking forward to reading about Reginald Farrer, but the book came with a torn cover. The content is great, but it’s disappointing to have it in less-than-perfect condition. I hope they improve packaging in the future!
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Clara McCarthy
A delightful gardening read!
I picked up 'The Story of Reginald Farrer' for some inspiration in my rock garden. The writing is so rich and vivid, it really brings his adventures to life. It’s perfect for both avid gardeners and those just starting out.
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Rafael Diaz
Not what I expected, but still good
I thought this would be more of a how-to guide for rock gardening, but it’s more of a biography. Farrer’s life is fascinating, and even though it's not what I expected, I learned a lot! Just don’t go in thinking it’s a practical gardening book.
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Jamal Patel
Interesting but a bit slow at times
This book has some great insights into rock gardening and Farrer’s life, but there were parts that dragged on a bit. I enjoyed learning about the plants he collected, but I wished for a quicker pace. Still worth a read if you love gardening.
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