Books
Aspects' prides itself on having Perth's best selection of gardening books, from Australian native flora through to garden design and propagation. Our selection also includes a wide range of books on travel, art and design, natural and cultural history, cooking, and Australian and children’s literature.
Patricia Negus, with notes by Richard Robinson and Jane Scott In this unique publication accompli...
Patricia Negus, with notes by Richard Robinson and Jane Scott In this unique publication accomplished artist, Patricia Negus, illustates the common fungi of Australia’s southwest in stunning watercolours. Take a journey with Patricia into this little known biological kingdom and share in her excitement as she talks about her passion. Marvel at the richness of colour, texture and the sheer beauty of these fascinating and enigmatic organisms. Contains scientifically accurate illustrations of ma...
$24.95
Traditional Healers of the Central Desert
Traditional Healers of the Central Desert: NgangkariNPY Women's Council Aboriginal Corporation 'T...
Traditional Healers of the Central Desert: NgangkariNPY Women's Council Aboriginal Corporation 'Traditional Healers of the Central Desert' contains unique stories and imagery and primary source material: the ngangkari speak directly to the reader. Ngangkari are senior Aboriginal people authorised to speak publicly about Anangu (Western Desert language speaking Aboriginal people) culture and practices. It is accurate, authorised information about their work, in their own words. The practice o...
$59.95
500 Plants: Great Australian favourites for your gardenAngus Stewart 500 tried and tested native ...
500 Plants: Great Australian favourites for your gardenAngus Stewart 500 tried and tested native plants from Australia's favourite gardening authority. Out of the thousands of Australian plants worthy of garden space, here are the top 500, as edited and selected by Angus Stewart. These are the tried and tested, the popular cultivars, the ones that won't turn up their heels and die on you - and are available commercially. Over the last few decades, the native plants that had been looked on by ...
$36.95
Jeremy Boot This book features 28 beautifully reproduced paintings carefully chosen from a select...
Jeremy Boot This book features 28 beautifully reproduced paintings carefully chosen from a selection of recent works representing a broad range of our most familiar and iconic bird varieties. Gold Medal winner in the 2011 Printing Industry Awards
$29.95
A Field Guide to Australian Fungi
Bruce Fuhrer For the first time, a definitive field guide covering more than 500 fungi species wi...
Bruce Fuhrer For the first time, a definitive field guide covering more than 500 fungi species with 548 superb colour photographs. All fungi photographed in their natural environment - many for the first time with information on fungal biology, ecology, classification, distribution, roles of fungi in nature, and spore prints. Descriptions cover size, range, shape, habitat information as well as spore print colour, spore descriptions and a pictorial guide to groups. The book is a culmination o...
$49.95
Spirit: A Wrapping Paper BookRachael Sarra All Wrapped Up is a series of gorgeous stationery book...
Spirit: A Wrapping Paper BookRachael Sarra All Wrapped Up is a series of gorgeous stationery books celebrating the work of Australia’s best and brightest artists. 'Spirit' by Rachael Sarra showcases modern Indigenous art, as seen through the eyes of designer and illustrator Rachael Sarra. Love the pattern? Rip it out and wrap something up! Includes 20 gift wrapping sheets and gift stickers.About the Artist:Rachael Sarra is an artist and designer whose work is an extension of her being and exp...
$26.95
The Waugal and the Swan: The story of a riverJill Worsley This is a story of a river. Now called ...
The Waugal and the Swan: The story of a riverJill Worsley This is a story of a river. Now called the Swan, the river was known to the local Nyungar people as the Durbal Yaragan. The Nyungar had used the river and its environs for thousands of years, but in 1650 they witnessed the arrival of the first European ships off the coast, an event that was eventually to bring big changes to their way life. In this book, Western Australian maritime historian, Jill Worsley, explores the traditional use ...
$12.50
Find that Flower: Colour Guide to the Wildflowers of the Cape to Cape Track and Australia’s South...
Find that Flower: Colour Guide to the Wildflowers of the Cape to Cape Track and Australia’s Southwest Corner (Fully updated third edition)Jane Scott The colour photographs in this handbook will help you to identify 304 species of plants, including major weeds, most of which grow throughout the southwest of Western Australia. These plants all occur along the Cape to Cape Track and other parts of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. To help you locate these flowers there are hints about locat...
$19.95
Wildflowers and Wetland Plants of Margaret Rive...
Jane Scott This guide to the flora of the Margaret River and its surrounds features photographs a...
Jane Scott This guide to the flora of the Margaret River and its surrounds features photographs and descriptions of 290 plants you can find in the diverse range of habitats encountered on the river’s journey from its source to the sea. Facts about particular groups of plants and their unique characteristics are included, while the introductory and final sections of the book discuss the river’s environment and its importance to us all. Maps of the river system as a whole, and the Margaret Rive...
$24.95
Reflections: Landscapes of Western Australia
Over 6 years, 6000kms, across 6 regions, 'Reflections: Landscapes of Western Australia' takes you...
Over 6 years, 6000kms, across 6 regions, 'Reflections: Landscapes of Western Australia' takes you on a journey in exploring one of Australia's most beautiful states. "Reflections; provides an incredible insight into Rhyse's unique perspective and how he captures wild and beautiful landscapes. Rhyse has travelled to some of Western Australia’s most remote and magnificent locations in search of the extraordinary images he shares with us in this book." - Steve Fraser, photographer and adventurer
$45.95
Australian Dreamscapes: The art of planting in gardens inspired by natureClaire Takacs In 'Austra...
Australian Dreamscapes: The art of planting in gardens inspired by natureClaire Takacs In 'Australian Dreamscapes', Claire Takacs showcases the varied gardens found in the Australian landscape, from lush green oases to semi-arid settings. Claire profiles Australian gardens, gardeners and garden designers who are drawing on the international movement towards a more naturalistic approach to planting design. Similar to the New Perennial movement and Prairie-style, these gardens take into conside...
$80.00
Reed Concise Guide: Wildflowers of Australia
Ken Stepnell One of the first three titles in an exciting new series of concise field guides.Pock...
Ken Stepnell One of the first three titles in an exciting new series of concise field guides.Pocket sized but covers over 225 key species, including orchids, wattles, daisies and myrtles. Contains 250 photographs illustrating key features. Written accounts on ID of flowers and leaves, habitat and range. Plastic cover ideal for use in field.
$16.95