On the Necessity of Gardening

Arranged as an abecedarium, this imaginative book of illustrations and essays explores the garden as a cultural metaphor. With entries ranging from algae and ecofascism to Eden and Versailles, it challenges readers to reexamine not only the role of the garden throughout history, but also society’s relationship with the earth. Contributions from both prominent and lesser-known authors and artists make this compendium of gardening thought a dependable source of inspiration. 

Why we love it:

• Not your typical gardening book!
• A conversation starter that doubles as home decor. Display it opened to an interesting illustration or within reach on a coffee or sofa table for thumbing through. 
• Makes a quirky and unexpected gift for a gardener