

THIS INFANT ADVENTURE
Offspring of the Royal Gardens at Kew
by Christian Lamb
Another absorbing and beautifully illustrated book from 90 year old author Christian Lamb. The contribution of diplomatic, military and naval exploits in the formation of the British Empire are well recorded. Far less well-known are those of botanic gardens which helped to underpin the Empire’s commercial success and were also so instrumental in furthering botanical knowledge around the world.
In this highly readable book, the author’s careful research has unearthed a fascinating insight into a selection of these gardens and the people who helped to make them.