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Landscape Design: A Cultural And Architectural History
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From Stonehenge To The Royal Gardens Of Versailles, From The Nazca Lines Of Peru To The Forbidden City Of Beijing, From The Great Temple Complexes Of Ancient Egypt To New York'S Central Park, People Throughout The World From The Dawn Of Civilization Have Shaped The Landscape Around Them. This Book, A Survey Of The History Of Landscape Design, Considers What The Evolution Of Human Interaction With The Land Reveals About The Development Of Society, And How The Resulting Cities, Parks, And Gardens Embody The Values Of The Cultures That Planned And Built Them. Beginning With Prehistoric Caves And Stone Circles, And Continuing Through The Cities And Planned Environments Created By Civilizations From Ancient Egypt, Greece, And Rome Up To The Most Exciting Avantgarde Gardens And Earthworks Of The Present Day, Author Elizabeth Barlow Rogers Discusses These Superb Landscapes In Their Historical And Cultural Contexts.Illustrated With Hundreds Of Plans, Drawings, And Photographs, Many Made Specifically For This Book, Landscape Design: A Cultural And Architectural History Will Be An Invaluable Resource To Scholars, Architects, Garden Enthusiasts, And Indeed To Anyone Who Appreciates The Placemaking Creations Of Both The Great Artists And The Ordinary Folk Who Have Shaped The Land.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Landscape Design: A Cultural and Architectural History'? A: The book explores the evolution of landscape design throughout history, examining how human interaction with land reflects societal development and cultural values.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Landscape Design: A Cultural and Architectural History' is Elizabeth Barlow Rogers.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 544 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on November 1, 2001.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in landscape design? A: Yes, the book is well-illustrated and provides a comprehensive overview, making it suitable for both beginners and enthusiasts.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: Yes, it includes hundreds of plans, drawings, and photographs, many specifically created for this book.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item condition is listed as acceptable.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the first edition of 'Landscape Design: A Cultural and Architectural History'.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various historical and cultural contexts of landscape design, from prehistoric times to contemporary gardens and earthworks.