World Garden - Eden on Earth

Author: (French) Fan Jugu'er Original, translated by You Shi
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Publishing Date: 2001-06-01
Features: This book attempts to illustrate through literature and historical scenes: "All gardens in the Western world are searching for 'Paradise Lost' and conquering nature with human power." In this exquisite small booklet, you can discover: gardens as part of Roman architecture; medieval enclosed gardens; Renaissance humanist theaters; palaces reflecting the absolutism of major eras, as well as British landscape paintings, public promenades across Europe, and today's European urban planning. Experience the intimate connection between garden architecture and art, society, and culture!