Derek Jarman’s Garden
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Derek Jarman, a passionate gardener from childhood, combined his painter's eye, horticultural expertise, and ecological convictions to produce a landscape that combined flints, shells, and driftwood to create...
Published By Timber Press
Format Hardback
Category
Number Of Pages 148
Publication Date 02/25/2025
ISBN 9781643265353
Dimensions 7.45 inches x 9.4 inches
“Derek Jarman’s is a garden that truly acknowledges what any attempt at Eden is all about.”
—Jamaica Kincaid"Derek Jarman’s garden is an act of hope and defiance."—Jonny Bruce, head gardener at Prospect Cottage
“A beloved classic reissued.”—Landscape Architecture Magazine
“The book is Jarman’s journal of prose, poetry, and a record of his plants, tools, and found objects: all beautifully photo-illustrated by garden photographer Howard Sooley, who helped guide the filmmaker on his quest.”—Washington Gardener
“This garden book is a deeply personal document that blends plant descriptions and practical notes with poetry, memories and reflection. It often feels like a diary or a long letter, and Jarman's emotional connection to the landscape comes through on every page…Derek Jarman's Garden remains inspiring and insightful today, encouraging us to make beauty despite all challenges.”—Horticulture