t all began with one Dr Nathaniel Ward, way back in 1829. Ward was a physician in London and, like the rest of the empire, obsessed with collecting things. Colonies, animals, plants – Britain’s thirst for all things exotic was in full swing. Transport took a long time – often many months – and most birds, bees and trees didn’t
Terrific terrariums
May 30, 2022
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