Through close readings of individual serials and books Sarah Dewis examines the significant contributions John and Jane Webb Loudon made to the gardening press and democratic discourse. Vilified during their lifetimes by some sections of the press, they were innovatory in emphasizing the value of scientific knowledge and the acquisition of taste. Their publications are placed in the context of book, media, education, garden and urban social history and women's journalism.
Through close readings of individual serials and books Sarah Dewis examines the significant contributions John and Jane Webb Loudon made to the gardening press and democratic discourse. Vilified during their lifetimes by some sections of the press, they were innovatory in emphasizing the value of scientific knowledge and the acquisition of taste. Their publications are placed in the context of book, media, education, garden and urban social history and women's journalism.
Sarah Dewis followed a career in design with the BBC. She completed her doctorate at Birkbeck, University of London and is an independent scholar.
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Contents: Introduction Who are the Gardeners? The radical origins of the Gardener's Magazine John Loudon as editor Image and text in the Gardener's Magazine National discourse: John Loudon, activism and landscape Domestic discourse: John Loudon, periodicals for women and the book manufactory Jane Webb Loudon, editor and author of garden publications Conclusion Bibliography of works cited Index.
Contents: Introduction Who are the Gardeners? The radical origins of the Gardener's Magazine John Loudon as editor Image and text in the Gardener's Magazine National discourse: John Loudon, activism and landscape Domestic discourse: John Loudon, periodicals for women and the book manufactory Jane Webb Loudon, editor and author of garden publications Conclusion Bibliography of works cited Index.
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