World Garden: Earthly Eden

Author: (French) Jean Guillerme
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Publish Date: 2001-06-01
Features: This book attempts to illustrate through literature and historical scenes that "all gardens in the Western world are searching for a 'lost paradise' and conquering nature with human power." In this exquisite small book, you can discover: gardens as part of Roman architecture; medieval enclosed gardens; Renaissance humanist theaters; palaces reflecting the absolutism of great eras; British landscape paintings; public walkways across Europe; and today's European urban planning. Experience the interconnection between garden architecture and art, and their close relationship with society and culture!