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Gardening Can Be Murder

How Poisonous Poppies, Sinister Shovels, and Grim Gardens Have Inspired Mystery Writers

by Marta McDowell ...

“This book is dangerous. A veritable cornucopia of crime fiction and gardening lore, it faces the reader with multiple temptations—books to seek out, plants to obtain, garden tours to book.” —Vicki Lane, author of the Elizabeth Goodweather Appalachian Mysteries“Belongs on the shelf of every Agatha Christie fan—and every gardener who enjoys a little mischief and mayhem.” ―Amy Stewart, author of ... Read more

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“This book is dangerous. A veritable cornucopia of crime fiction and gardening lore, it faces the reader with multiple temptations—books to seek out, plants to obtain, garden tours to book.” —Vicki Lane, author of the Elizabeth Goodweather Appalachian Mysteries“Belongs on the shelf of every Agatha Christie fan—and every gardener who enjoys a little mischief and mayhem.” ―Amy Stewart, author of
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Emily Dickinson's Gardening Life

The Plants and Places That Inspired the Iconic Poet

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**“A visual treat as well as a literary one…for gardeners and garden lovers, connoisseurs of botanical illustration, and those who seek a deeper understanding of the life and work of Emily Dickinson.” —**The Wall Street Journal“Offers an excuse (if one is necessary) to linger yet again over the observations of a poet who, as Dickinson herself proclaimed, ‘was always attached to Mud’.” —The New ... Read more

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**“A visual treat as well as a literary one…for gardeners and garden lovers, connoisseurs of botanical illustration, and those who seek a deeper understanding of the life and work of Emily Dickinson.” —**The Wall Street Journal“Offers an excuse (if one is necessary) to linger yet again over the observations of a poet who, as Dickinson herself proclaimed, ‘was always attached to Mud’.” —The New
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Beatrix Potter's Gardening Life

The Plants and Places That Inspired the Classic Children's Tales

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A New York Times BestsellerThere aren’t many books more beloved than The Tale of Peter Rabbit and even fewer authors as iconic as Beatrix Potter. Her characters—Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle Duck, and all the rest—exist in a charmed world filled with flowers and gardens. In Beatrix Potter’s Gardening Life, bestselling author Marta McDowell explores the origins of Beatrix Potter’s love of gardening ... Read more

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A New York Times BestsellerThere aren’t many books more beloved than The Tale of Peter Rabbit and even fewer authors as iconic as Beatrix Potter. Her characters—Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle Duck, and all the rest—exist in a charmed world filled with flowers and gardens. In Beatrix Potter’s Gardening Life, bestselling author Marta McDowell explores the origins of Beatrix Potter’s love of gardening
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Unearthing The Secret Garden

The Plants and Places That Inspired Frances Hodgson Burnett

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“Affectionate and informative, Unearthing the Secret Garden is not unlike a garden itself, with its smooth lawns of prose and striking shows of illustration and photography.” —The Wall Street Journal“With a sprightly tone, infectious enthusiasm, and a professor’s penchant for scholarly detail, McDowell brings keen insight and critical assessment to the life and works of this beloved author.” ... Read more

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“Affectionate and informative, Unearthing the Secret Garden is not unlike a garden itself, with its smooth lawns of prose and striking shows of illustration and photography.” —The Wall Street Journal“With a sprightly tone, infectious enthusiasm, and a professor’s penchant for scholarly detail, McDowell brings keen insight and critical assessment to the life and works of this beloved author.”
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Beatrix Potter’s Botanical

The Art of Flowers and Fungi

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A rare collection of Beatrix Potter's own botanical art, and an exploration of the role these plants played in her personal and literary life.Beatrix Potter's Botanical collects and showcases 65 plants and fungi that Beatrix Potter made special study of in her often-overlooked career as a botanical artist. For each species we see Potter’s original pencil and watercolor renderings, learn about the ... Read more

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A rare collection of Beatrix Potter's own botanical art, and an exploration of the role these plants played in her personal and literary life.Beatrix Potter's Botanical collects and showcases 65 plants and fungi that Beatrix Potter made special study of in her often-overlooked career as a botanical artist. For each species we see Potter’s original pencil and watercolor renderings, learn about the
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The World of Laura Ingalls Wilder

The Frontier Landscapes that Inspired the Little House Books

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“If you loved Wilder’s books, or if you garden with a child who loves her books, you will enjoy the read.” —San Francisco ChronicleIn this revealing exploration of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s deep connection with the natural world, Marta McDowell follows the wagon trail of the beloved Little House series. You’ll learn details about Wilder’s life and inspirations, pinpoint the Ingalls and Wilder ... Read more

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“If you loved Wilder’s books, or if you garden with a child who loves her books, you will enjoy the read.” —San Francisco ChronicleIn this revealing exploration of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s deep connection with the natural world, Marta McDowell follows the wagon trail of the beloved Little House series. You’ll learn details about Wilder’s life and inspirations, pinpoint the Ingalls and Wilder
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All the Presidents' Gardens

Madison's Cabbages to Kennedy's Roses—How the White House Grounds Have Grown with America

by Marta McDowell ...

This New York Times bestseller shares the rich history of the White House grounds, revealing how the story of the garden is also the story of America.The 18-acres surrounding the White House have been an unwitting witness to history—kings and queens have dined there, bills and treaties have been signed, and presidents have landed and retreated. Throughout it all, the grounds have remained not only ... Read more

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This New York Times bestseller shares the rich history of the White House grounds, revealing how the story of the garden is also the story of America.The 18-acres surrounding the White House have been an unwitting witness to history—kings and queens have dined there, bills and treaties have been signed, and presidents have landed and retreated. Throughout it all, the grounds have remained not only
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All the Presidents' Gardens

How the White House Grounds Have Grown with America

by Marta McDowell ...

This New York Times bestseller shares the rich history of the White House grounds, revealing how the story of the garden is also the story of America.The 18-acres surrounding the White House have been an unwitting witness to history—kings and queens have dined there, bills and treaties have been signed, and presidents have landed and retreated. Throughout it all, the grounds have remained not only ... Read more

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This New York Times bestseller shares the rich history of the White House grounds, revealing how the story of the garden is also the story of America.The 18-acres surrounding the White House have been an unwitting witness to history—kings and queens have dined there, bills and treaties have been signed, and presidents have landed and retreated. Throughout it all, the grounds have remained not only
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Beatrix Potter’s Botanical

The Art of Flowers and Fungi

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Narrated by Elisabeth Rodgers ...

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3 hours 45 min

A rare collection of Beatrix Potter's own botanical art, and an exploration of the role these plants played in her personal and literary life.Beatrix Potter's Botanical collects and showcases 65 plants and fungi that Beatrix Potter made special study of in her often-overlooked career as a botanical artist. For each species we see Potter’s original pencil and watercolor renderings, learn about the ... Read more

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A rare collection of Beatrix Potter's own botanical art, and an exploration of the role these plants played in her personal and literary life.Beatrix Potter's Botanical collects and showcases 65 plants and fungi that Beatrix Potter made special study of in her often-overlooked career as a botanical artist. For each species we see Potter’s original pencil and watercolor renderings, learn about the
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Unearthing The Secret Garden

The Plants and Places That Inspired Frances Hodgson Burnett

by Marta McDowell ...

Narrated by Jane Copland ...

Unabridged

4 hours 3 min

“McDowell’s gorgeous book opens an ivy-covered door to new information about one of the world’s most famous authors.”—Angelica Shirley Carpenter, editor of In the GardenNew York Times bestselling author Marta McDowell has revealed the way that plants have stirred some of our most cherished authors, including Beatrix Potter, Emily Dickinson, and Laura Ingalls Wilder. In her latest, she shares a ... Read more

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“McDowell’s gorgeous book opens an ivy-covered door to new information about one of the world’s most famous authors.”—Angelica Shirley Carpenter, editor of In the GardenNew York Times bestselling author Marta McDowell has revealed the way that plants have stirred some of our most cherished authors, including Beatrix Potter, Emily Dickinson, and Laura Ingalls Wilder. In her latest, she shares a
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Gardening Can Be Murder

How Poisonous Poppies, Sinister Shovels, and Grim Gardens Have Inspired Mystery Writers

by Marta McDowell ...

Narrated by Elisabeth Rodgers ...

Unabridged

5 hours 10 min

This fun, engrossing book takes a look at the surprising influence that gardens and gardening have had on mystery novels and their authors.With their deadly plants, razor-sharp shears, shady corners, and ready-made burial sites, gardens make an ideal scene for the perfect murder. But the outsize influence that gardens and gardening have had on the mystery genre has been underappreciated. Now, ... Read more

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This fun, engrossing book takes a look at the surprising influence that gardens and gardening have had on mystery novels and their authors.With their deadly plants, razor-sharp shears, shady corners, and ready-made burial sites, gardens make an ideal scene for the perfect murder. But the outsize influence that gardens and gardening have had on the mystery genre has been underappreciated. Now,
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All the Presidents' Gardens

Madison's Cabbages to Kennedy's Roses—How the White House Grounds Have Grown with America

by Marta McDowell ...

Narrated by Marni Penning ...

Unabridged

5 hours 22 min

This New York Times bestseller shares the rich history of the White House grounds, revealing how the story of the garden is also the story of America.The 18-acres surrounding the White House have been an unwitting witness to history—kings and queens have dined there, bills and treaties have been signed, and presidents have landed and retreated. Throughout it all, the grounds have remained not only ... Read more

$18.99 USD

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This New York Times bestseller shares the rich history of the White House grounds, revealing how the story of the garden is also the story of America.The 18-acres surrounding the White House have been an unwitting witness to history—kings and queens have dined there, bills and treaties have been signed, and presidents have landed and retreated. Throughout it all, the grounds have remained not only
... Read more

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