{"product_id":"flowers-by-janet-harvey-kelman","title":"Flowers by Janet Harvey Kelman","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld books created to introduce children to the natural world often offer more than just their subject matter; they also give us a glimpse into the way nature was once observed, understood and shared with younger generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanet Harvey Kelman’s \u003cem\u003eFlowers\u003c\/em\u003e is a charming children’s book devoted to the beauty and variety of flowers. At a time when the names and images of plants were not something that could simply be looked up at the touch of a screen, books such as this offered children a way to discover the natural world through careful observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pages feature flowers reproduced in the distinctive style of early printed illustrations, giving the book a gentle, educational character. More than simply presenting flowers to the reader, it reflects a quieter approach to learning — encouraging children to look closely at the natural world around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those drawn to botanical books, vintage illustration and the simple beauty of old printed matter, this is a lovely piece to keep on a bookshelf or display open to a favourite page, where it can sit almost like an original botanical print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is also a small personal detail preserved within the book. On the opening page is a handwritten inscription:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“To Jenny, June 4th 1949, with much love from Val.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 4 June 1949, the inscription records the book being given to Jenny by Val. A quiet trace of the book’s earlier life, it adds another layer to this charming little volume and the story it has carried with it over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e・・・\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e𓉞 \u003cstrong\u003eT.C.C Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book remains in good overall condition, with gentle signs of age and a naturally softened colour palette. The original linen-covered hardback and dust jacket are both present and well preserved, with the boards and pages in good condition. The handwritten gift inscription from 1949 remains on the opening page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFlowers\u003c\/em\u003e by Janet Harvey Kelman\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW 13cm x H 19cm, 154 pages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ec.1949\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrinted in Great Britain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"T.C.C","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60030535008640,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/5804\/4544\/files\/MJXX3527copy.jpg?v=1790974332","url":"https:\/\/thecuriocabinet.co.uk\/en-kr\/products\/flowers-by-janet-harvey-kelman","provider":"T.C.C","version":"1.0","type":"link"}