Bonsai and Penjing

...this beautifully illustrated volume dwells on the stories associated with the trees themselves...[It] has taken me away from sheer mechanics of bonsai cultivation, adding greatly to my appreciation of this ancient art. --Hortus Journal I think it is fair to say that all of the books I have that have been published by Tuttle are of excellent quality. However, just occasionally one finds one that is so good it 'fair takes one's breath away: this book, I'm delighted to report, is one of those...the illustrations are excellent. That said, although they are some of the best I have seen, they have to take second place to the text--which is superb. --Shakkei, the Journal of the Japanese Garden Society It's a beautifully photographed book...the bonsai pictures are clear, the text is well written...and the story is riveting. --Adam's Art and Bonsai Blog The book gives a unique perspective among the bonsai books I've reviewed and encountered over time, in that it's specifically about the national collection in DC. There's fascinating insight into the diplomacy behind bonsai gifting and exchange, and the deep traditional symbolism involved. --boZannical Gardens blog There is plenty of history for those who are interested. Of course, at the heart of the book are the exquisite photographs of these living masterworks, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the Washington museum that makes them accessible to visitors from around the world. --Retailing Insight magazine This book would be a good coffee-table piece, a great addition for anyone interested in bonsai trees or plant history, or a souvenir from the National Arboretum. --Washington Gardener magazine