Garden History Philosophy And Design 2000 Bc - 2000 Ad

Tom Turner, well-known teacher and writer in landscape architecture, garden design and garden history here explores more than 150 gardens over four millennia of Western garden design. He considers the why, the what, the how and the where of garden design by tracing the development of gardens through history and across social, political and philosophical boundaries. Fully illustrated throughout, each chapter critically examines a particular type of garden both as part of a wider socio-political context and as an aesthetic entity, asking how the design of each garden reflects the philosophical approach of its creator. Inspirational, reflective and informative, this book brings together knowledge and understanding from a diverse range of related interests to add depth and breadth to a fascinating subject.Turner, Tom is the author of 'Garden History Philosophy And Design 2000 Bc - 2000 Ad', published 2004 under ISBN 9780415317481 and ISBN 0415317487.