Ellen Gordon Allen

The purpose of this primer is to acquaint the reader with elementary knowledge in a special school of flower arranging - the Japanese school - selected becasue it is the oldest and its teachings are perhaps the simplest, yet most effective.

'The text is intended for amateurs, but professional arrangers might find it useful as a refresher. The author is indebted to Mr. Houn Ohara and his volume, "Japanese Flower Arrangement," for much of the material included here.'

(Abstract from foreword by Lois R. Perkins, President of the Augusta Garden Council)… (mere)