The Rose Book

‘This sumptuously illustrated book celebrates the rose in its myriad forms… each time I immersed myself in this book, the room seemed to fill with their musk’ – RHS The Garden review by Rachel de Thame

‘If you want to understand why the rose is the king of flowers, The Rose Book is for you. Phaidon’s tome explores the rose’s depiction through the ages in history, art, and culture and highlights why the genus is so intrinsically linked to our society. This book is perfect for anybody who wants a deeper understanding of the rose’s place in our humankind and the carefully curated images and texts offer a wide range of subjects for all to enjoy.’ – David J C Austin

‘No flower is more entwined with myth, religion, politics and the human form than the humble rose - and now there’s a new coffee table book celebrating them in all their glory.’  – Country Life 

‘Surveys the many ways [the rose] has been depicted in art, poetry, fashion and movies.’ – Wall Street Journal

‘While the rose is beloved in the Western world, this volume uncovers a niche that has yet to be explored.’ – AIR MAIL

‘[A] new nature-centric must-read.’ – Aspire Design and Home

‘A blooming book.’ – DailyArt Magazine

‘A beautifully produced homage.’ – Kirkus

‘A stunning tribute to this timeless bloom.’ – Rain Magazine

Amy de la Haye is a dress historian, writer, curator, and professor at London College of Fashion, and author of Ravishing: The Rose in Fashion.

Victoria Gaiger is the founder, editor, and creative director at Rakesprogress magazine, rakesSENSE, and RAKESCREATIVE.

Kristine Paulus is a writer and the Collection Development Librarian at the LuEsther T. Mertz Library, New York Botanical Garden.