The History of Landscape Design in 100 Gardens
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“Rich with photographs and descriptions of how landscape design has shaped and reflected culture over time.” —The American Gardener
The History of Landscape Design in 100 Gardens explores the defining moments in garden design. Through profiles of 100 of the most influential gardens, Linda Chisholm explores how social, political, and economic influences shaped garden design principles. The book is organized chronologically and by theme, starting with the medieval garden Alhambra and ending with the modern naturalism of the Lurie Garden. Sumptuously illustrated, The History of Landscape Design in 100 Gardens is a comprehensive resource for garden designers and landscape architects, design students, and garden history enthusiasts.
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William B. F. Ryan –
A fabulous and entrancing story teller that transports the reader into each garden with just the right amount of newly learned knowledge to become as enthralled as the author and photographer with history and design. Easily digestible chapter by chapter, but with the continuity that carries you on for the next story.
Monica Michelle –
History and garden buff. This book is a great starting point for researching historical gardens. I have not found another book like it and it has already sparked so many ideas both for my garden and for my history podcast
LireEnLiberté –
très beau livre en anglais pour les passionnés de jardins.
Richard Frantz –
I’ve LOVED this book. It moves quickly with the short sections on each garden. I also really enjoyed the historical perspectives on the different periods. The book ties a lot of things together really well. I had a basic knowledge of landscape design but this book really broadened my knowledge. My only regret is that I wished I purchased a hard copy because the photography is really good. I started reading it at the library but purchased a digital copy because I liked it so much.
EWMeachkins –
This classic garden book appears never have been read. Used book in mint condition is one-fifth the price of a new book.
kn –
Good information. Bland writing style.
Barbera Brooks –
This book has page after page of morsels of information that’s exciting. Excellent photos too. Well organized. Presented within a historical progression that illuminates each periods’ aspirational appetites. Again, I yearn for John McPhee’s prose but I sure learned a lot from this book. I don’t recommend it for beginner gardeners unless one has experience with histories of other fine arts or the encouraging voice of a great teacher. Gardens, in my opinion, can be more abstract than modern art. It helps to come to this book with prior knowledge and experience of gardening. Otherwise I think much of the book will be lost on a beginner who won’t be able to appreciate it as well as an experienced gardener or traveler.
Amazon Customer –
It’s a great book, it arrived very quickly. High quality photos, easy to read, interesting content.
Fred –
Very interesting storytelling of the gardens selected. Don’t leave home without reviewing relevant descriptions if you have a chance to visit any one of them. It will greatly enhance your experience and make it much more rewarding.
PlantLady –
I have anxiously been waiting for the book’s release for over a year, and it did not disappoint! The book is well written and organized – it will be a resource to me for many years to come!
Old Master –
Imagine a scholery account of garden design covering centuries, including informative discussions on concurrent trends in art, augmented by information on the designers and owners with beautiful photographic illustrations. Imagine writing that is crisp, fresh, and informative. Imagine someone taking your hand and leading you through the most beautiful and interesting gardens in history, explaining the historical and artistic contexts, introducing you to the designers and owners.. Imagine all that and you can begin to appreciate this wonderful journey. Of course, serious garden lovers will dig right in, but this is an interesting book even for those who don’t have their own garden.