The six authors, aficionados based in Australia, have done an excellent job of assembling and presenting information about their favorite roses--a type of rose that saw rising popularity for
about 100 years beginning in 1820, when they were introduced from China, until the mid-1920s, when fashion trends shifted to the more cold tolerant hybrid teas. Well-timed to jibe with a
resurgence of interest, this abundantly illustrated book provides a history, an appreciation, and a thorough guide to the distinguishing features of the Tea roses the authors know and love (and
grow). The format is oversize: 9.5x11.5". Distributed in the US by ISBS. Annotation 穢2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
