Colonial Gardens: The Landscape Architecture Of George Washington's Time - Hardcover

by American Soc of Landscape Architects (Editor)

""Colonial Gardens: The Landscape Architecture Of George Washington's Time"" is a comprehensive book published by the American Society of Landscape Architects. The book delves into the history and design of gardens in colonial America during the time of George Washington. It explores the various elements of landscape architecture, including the use of plants, hardscaping, and water features. The book also provides insight into the cultural and social influences that shaped the design of colonial gardens, including the influence of European garden design and the desire for a naturalistic aesthetic. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs, sketches, and plans, providing a visual representation of the gardens and their design. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of landscape architecture, colonial America, or the design of gardens.Contributing Authors Include Bradford Williams, Arthur A. Shurcliff, Robert Wheelwright, And Many Others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.