"A garden is like those pernicious machineries which catch a man's coat-skirt or his hand and draw in his arm, his leg and his whole body to irresistibly crush and destroy it."
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About C. Z. Guest
C. Z. Guest (née Lucy Douglas Cochrane) was an American socialite, fashion icon, and author. Born in 1920 in Boston, Massachusetts, she gained fame for her sense of style and elegance, becoming a prominent figure in high society. Guest was also an accomplished author, writing gardening and lifestyle books that reflected her passion for horticulture and interior design. She was known for her impeccable taste and love for gardening, which led to her creating beautiful landscapes at her estate in Long Island.
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