Derek Jarman created his own garden in the flat, bleak expanse of shingle that faces the nuclear power station in Dungeness, Kent. A passionate gardener from childhood, he combined his painter's eye, his horticultural expertise and his ecological convictions to produce a landscape which mixed the flint, shells and driftwood of Dungeness; sculptures made from stones; the area's indigenous plants; and shrubs and flowers introduced by Jarman himself. This book, the last he ever wrote, is his own record of how this garden evolved, from its beginnings in 1985 to the day of his death in 1994.
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'A moving reminder about the power of the humble domestic garden'
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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I found this book in the wrong section of a bookshop in Borders Bluewater whilst looking for a italian cookbook. If I hadn't seen it in with the receipe books I am quite sure I would have never picked it up and then I would not have known what I was missing.
I am into photography, and whilst I knew of Derek Jarman's garden through articles in magazines none of those articles or photos come anywhere near to bringing out the beauty of the place as the contenets of this book does. Its well palled and beautiful.
The photography is first class and this not only compliments Derek Jarmans diary pieces , it brings the book alive.
I did enjoy the prose also and you get a real feel for Derek Jarmans way of life up to his untimely death.
A nice book and highly recommended.
I am into photography, and whilst I knew of Derek Jarman's garden through articles in magazines none of those articles or photos come anywhere near to bringing out the beauty of the place as the contenets of this book does. Its well palled and beautiful.
The photography is first class and this not only compliments Derek Jarmans diary pieces , it brings the book alive.
I did enjoy the prose also and you get a real feel for Derek Jarmans way of life up to his untimely death.
A nice book and highly recommended.
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I love this book. I've come back to it and re-read it so many times, it's truly one of the most cherished books on my shelf. The writing and photos combine to capture a beautiful, rich snapshot of a life (and the premature end of a life). This book is the ideal present for anyone interested in art and gardening.
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This is a 'must have' for anyone who loves Jarman's amazing garden on the shingle beach at Dungeness in Kent. The story of the garden's creation and the excellent photographs make fascinating reading.
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beauty
I read a review by Tim Richardson after I bought this beautiful book saying'this is the great garden book of the past quarter century'It is very inspiring, the photography is... Read more
Published 19 months ago by bookworm
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contrasts with a sharp edge
This book contains a collection of photos, reflections and short glimpses outlining the atmosphere at a most remote and fateful location where it seems a miracle that anything can... Read more
Published on 4 April 2011 by Anido
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A minor miracle.
What an impressive book this is! How humane and inspirational. Jarman was an extraordinary artist and a compassionate human being and this "slight" volume somehow manages to... Read more
Published on 19 Dec 2010 by Adrian Drew
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One of the most beautiful books I own.
'Derek Jarmans garden' is so special on many levels. The writing, poetry and stunning photographs all combine to make this a truly lovely book. Read more
Published on 30 Oct 2008 by W. E. Rayment
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spare beauty found in a book
Derek Jarman, the filmmaker and sometime Artist, was a prolific creator of things rich and strange: a prime example of which is his garden. Read more
Published on 18 Jun 2001
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inspirational &beautiful relates to human spirit & gardens
beautiful photographs illustrate jarman's journey with his developing garden. unique and wonderful. Read more
Published on 13 Jun 2001
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A glimpse of Derek Jarmans Vision
Derek Jarman, british film-maker, artist and activist, found solace in his garden in Dungeness during his final years and this book reflects that passion. Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2000 by clapson@bigfoot.com
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