Wayside & Woodland Blossoms by Edward Step
A charming relic of Britain’s love affair with the countryside, Wayside & Woodland Blossoms is more than just a field guide it’s a quiet invitation to wander hedgerows, meadows, and shaded woodland paths as they once were.
Bound in a rich, deep red cover with delicate gilt detailing, this vintage botanical guide captures the elegance of early 20th-century nature study. Written by renowned naturalist Edward Step, the book was designed to bring the beauty of British wildflowers to both the curious rambler and the devoted botanist. Its pages would have once accompanied long countryside walks, carefully consulted to identify orchids, hedgerow blooms, and seasonal flora.
There’s something wonderfully romantic about this piece the idea of it tucked into a satchel on a spring morning, or resting on a wooden table after a day spent outdoors. Today, it makes an equally beautiful decorative object, perfect for styling, collecting, or gifting to lovers of nature, gardening, or antique books.
Key Features:
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Original vintage botanical guide to British wildflowers
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Beautiful red cover with gold embossed floral design
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Written by respected naturalist Edward Step
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Ideal for collectors, nature enthusiasts, or styling
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A timeless decorative piece with authentic character and patina
Whether displayed on a shelf, styled on a coffee table, or added to a growing collection of antique books, this piece carries with it the quiet poetry of the British countryside.
MEASUREMENTS
16 x 12 cm
SHIPPING
SHIPPING UK only.
