Tradescant Novels: Earthly Joys : A Novel (Series #1) (Paperback)

from herschelian

John Tradescant was a real man, an extraordinary gardening pioneer and collector who transformed the English landscape by the introduction of trees and plants which we now take for granted. This fictional account of his life gives some idea of his background, the times and society in which he liv...

from meadow68

This was my first Phillipa Gregory book, and I am hooked! I love historical fiction and I love this setting and time period. The book is a "biography" of John Tradescant, a talented and sought after gardener. The book follows John's life as he creates and tends fabulous gardens, works for various...

from joririchardson

Although I normally read books quite quickly, I stretched out my reading of this one over a few days. The vividly portrayed Renaissance England setting, the complex, familiar characters, and the interesting, steady flow of the plot line made me want to stay in this story longer than I usually do ...

from luckycharm6139

Another wonderful book written by Philippa Gregory, This is a story of the historical account of England in the 17th Century as told through the words and work of the Royal Gardener, who is very much involved in the lives of the King and his advisers. Interesting and fun reading for those who enj...

from luckycharm6139

Another wonderful book written by Philippa Gregory, This is a story of the historical account of England in the 17th Century as told through the words and work of the Royal Gardener, who is very much involved in the lives of the King and his advisers. Interesting and fun reading for those who enj...