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Design in the Little Garden,Used
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Among the many books published about garden design, few manage to get at so many vital aspects of the topic so pungently as Fletcher Steele's Design in the Little Garden. First published in 1924, and reissued here with a new introduction by Robin Karson, the book captures the sense of possibility that Steele and his landscape architectural colleagues felt as the nation's population swelled and the middle class spilled out of the cities into new suburbs.One of the foremost landscape designers of the early twentieth century, Steele published frequently in both popular and professional magazines, on topics that ranged from horticulture to conservation, civic improvement, modernism, and space composition. In this slim volume, he tackles the challenges of designing the residential landscape, while also addressing architectural and planning issues and recommending several innovative strategies for suburban house design.Steele organized his book for clarity and ease of use. Brief chapters focus on both process ('Buying Land') and features ('The Flower Garden,' 'Rock, Wild, and Wall Gardens,' 'Grading, Steps, Walks,' 'Toolhouse, Cold Frames,' etc.). In the course of guiding an imaginary couple through the exercise of buying a new home and designing, planting, and maintaining the surrounding yard, he gives life to the guiding principles of cohesion and utility.Written in an engaging voice, with a sharp wit sometimes tempered by affectionate exasperation, Design in the Little Garden provides a concise summary of Steele's design principles and a delightful read for anyone interested in garden design at any scale.Published in association with Library of American Landscape History: http://lalh.org/
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Design in the Little Garden'? A: The book primarily focuses on the challenges of designing residential landscapes, addressing both architectural and planning issues while providing innovative strategies for suburban house design.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author is Fletcher Steele, a prominent landscape designer of the early twentieth century.
- Q: When was 'Design in the Little Garden' first published? A: The book was first published in 1924.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Design in the Little Garden'? A: The book contains 152 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in garden design? A: Yes, the book is organized for clarity and ease of use, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced gardeners.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is in good condition.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is a revised edition of 'Design in the Little Garden'.
- Q: Does the book include practical strategies for garden design? A: Yes, it includes practical strategies and guiding principles for designing and maintaining residential landscapes.
- Q: What additional resource is associated with this publication? A: The book is published in association with the Library of American Landscape History.