PREFACE. 
HE Floral Poetry, composing the greater part 
k of this book, has been selected with a view to 
r? the diversified tastes of those who may peruse 
r it, and consequently a variety of styles will be 
found in the pieces. It is hoped, however, that 
most readers will not only light here upon old 
friends, but also make the acquaintance, for the 
first time, of poems and fragments that will give 
pleasure whenever recalled. 
qr 
For the liberty to insert certain poems, the Editor’s than 
are due to Theodore Martin, Esq. ; Samuel Ferguson, Esq., Q. 
LL.D.; Miss Agnes Rous Howell, and others. Many of the 
selections are new, and are the property of the Publishers. 
The First Part contains “ Poems on Flowers Generally,” and 
in the Second Part will be found “ Poems on Special Flowers,” 
arranged in the alphabetical order of their names to facilitate 
reference. 
The two Indexes of the Fanguage of Flowers have been 
made most full and complete, and the Months of flowering being 
introduced, it is hoped they will meet the wants of those using 
them. 
The Illustrations speak for themselves, and need here no 
recommendation. 
J. H. S. 
