The psychological appeal of gardens / Clive R. Hollin.

Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY : Routledge, 2024.

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Clive R. Hollin is Emeritus Professor at the University of Leicester, United Kingdom. He has published over 25 books, mainly on the topic of criminological psychology, and is now widening his portfolio.

"This insightful book explores the relationship we have with gardens and with the act of gardening, considering in detail the psychological, social and health benefits. From the Garden of Eden and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon to Kew Gardens and the humble suburban plot, it is self-evident that gardens and gardening have an ever-present attraction. This book addresses the appeal of gardens from a psychological perspective: Why do we spend our cash on plants and gardening paraphernalia and give hours of our time to tending our annuals, bulbs, and shrubs? Why do we travel to see gardens in our own and other countries? The theme of this book lies in identifying the individual and social rewards to be found in gardens and gardening, particularly within our own private gardens. The Psychological Appeal of Gardens will be of great interest to students and scholars of applied psychology, as well those taking horticultural courses of various levels, from professional horticulturalists to enthusiastic amateurs"-- Provided by publisher.

Taylor & Francis. EBA 2024-2025.

Print version: Hollin, Clive R. Psychological appeal of gardens Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY : Routledge, 2024

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August 08, 2024

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