By Any Other Name: A Cultural History of the Rose

Fantastic literature on all things Rosa. I was looking for a more technical guide- but as I listened it became evident this was book would be more suited in a liberal arts class, and not hard science. Although it does cover the most important aspects of the rose as anatomy, nomenclature, and general growth habit of many plants. The author gives an incredible history of the rose, using both gardens and the individual flowers themselves. As well as through the literature, even considering in depth the religious influence and development of symbology. If you love roses, you will come to adore them. You will appreciate what others have appreciated about them if you don’t. Either way, the rose has been an undeniable part of the human existence, and you will live a richer life for having read it. Ps I even switched to this audio service because it was not longer available at my prior subscription! Love this book and will buy it in hard copy- or maybe it’ll find its way to me. Enjoy!