In this enchanting collection of legend, folklore and traditions, Lesley Gordon has gathered together some remarkable and little-known stories behind some of today¹s most popular plants, trees and flowers. Contents include: man and the tree; paradise and the sacred plants; the strange and wonderful saints and their seasons; Christmas flowers; elf-shot and evil eye; the star-eyed science; divination and dream plants; angels, devils and witches; the origins of the language and sentiment of flowers. Delightfully illustrated with color and black and white illustrations from many countries and periods.