Allen Paterson, The Gardens at Kew Reviews

“Most people probably don't pick up a book after noting...”

Written on: 14/11/2008 by Gail Cooke (48 reviews written)

Most people probably don't pick up a book after noting the publisher, but I invariably do if it's a Frances Lincoln book. Her titles are always beautifully done, enhanced with stunning photographs, full of information. Such is surely the case with The Gardens At Kew, a gorgeous celebration of Kew's 250 years.

In this beautiful volume the history of this remarkable place is traced, noting the development of what now comprises 300 acres of riverside land. While today we find it home to the... (read more)