Christopher Lloyd Books

Following the success of Colour for Adventurous Gardeners, the most adventurous gardener of all time is back to reveal how he plans, creates and maintains his celebrated borders.

Christopher Lloyd has been writing a weekly column in Country Life since 1963. His prose is exciting; his knowledge is vast; his ideas are provocative, and what is the true test of a writer who has transcended his medium, he makes you laugh out loud. This book intends to capture the essence of Christopher Lloyd and of his garden at Great Dixter.

A manifesto calling on people young and old to help restore the harmony of Nature, People and Planet. Told in simple language with beautiful illustrations by 33 artists from around the world, this book also features a foreword by HRH The Prince of Wales.

A compelling and authoritative overview of the drawings of Vincent van Gogh, one of the most celebrated and intriguing figures in the history of art.

The narrative takes readers on an expansive journey through time, exploring the origins of the universe and the evolution of life on Earth. It covers significant milestones such as the age of dinosaurs, the emergence of human civilizations, and the impacts of colonialism and warfare. Additionally, it delves into technological advancements, everyday life, and global movements for freedom and equality, as well as the challenges posed by pandemics, offering a comprehensive view of humanity's history and struggles.

How old is the universe? How are humans related to a sponge? Where did most of the world's water come from? How much would a complete T Rex skeleton cost? Where did the Himalayas come from? Which came first, the chicken or the egg?

This unprecedented new volume celebrates the Impressionist themes of water and boats, featuring works by renowned artists like Manet, Monet, Renoir, and Seurat. Plein-air painting enabled these artists to capture a vibrant outdoor world with immediacy, with water and nautical scenes providing rich inspiration, as many were sailors themselves. Coinciding with a major exhibition by the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, the book traces the history of light-infused water scenes within the social context of the late nineteenth century. It offers an expansive exploration of water and boating themes, examining changing depictions from pre-Impressionism (Corot, Daubigny) through Impressionism (Manet, Monet, Pissarro, Renoir, Caillebotte) to neo- and post-Impressionism (Cezanne, Seurat, Signac). Connections to contemporary life, including the literature of Zola and Maupassant and the rise of leisure boating at yacht clubs, highlight the social and cultural implications of these nautical themes. This beautifully designed book will enhance the libraries of water enthusiasts and appeal to scholars and admirers of this beloved art period.

Whatever the size and situation of your yard, you can learn how to create and cultivate an idyllic cottage garden, one of the best-loved and most enduring gardening styles. Tracing the development of the cottage garden from the humble vegetable patch to the lush flower garden, Christopher Lloyd and Richard Bird analyze what defines a cottage garden - a working garden that is as productive as it is charming. Full-color plans show how to utilize and organize the space available, whether creating a decorative flower garden with pinks and delphiniums, or a full working garden with fruits, rotation crops, and livestock. Easy-to-follow advice explains how structural features such as paths, fences, arbors and ponds are best combined with flowers, vegetables, hedges and trees.

This series acts as an introduction to key artists and movements in art history. Each title contains 48 full-page colour plates, accompanied by extensive notes, and numerous comparative illustrations in colour or black and white, a concise introduction, select bibliography and detailed source information for the images. Monographs on individual artists also feature a brief chronology.

Focusing on the golden age of British sea power, this book explores significant events following Nelson's death, including the defeat of Napoleon, the American War, and the rise of the steamship. It captures heroic episodes while examining the Navy's vital role in both wartime and peacetime, emphasizing its relationship with the nation during a transformative period of imperial expansion and the emergence of new threats.