Historic Gardens Of Victoria
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Peter Watts; (Margaret Barrett ed)
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, Melbourne, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This captivating non-fiction work presents a detailed survey of Victoria's most significant historic gardens. It chronicles the evolution of these verdant landscapes, from grand estate gardens to public botanical treasures, revealing the design philosophies and social contexts that shaped them. Peter Watts uncovers the stories behind their creation and preservation, offering insights into the horticultural and architectural heritage of the region. A must-read for enthusiasts of garden history, landscape design, and Australian heritage, it provides a rich visual and textual journey through these enduring natural masterpieces.
Author: Peter Watts; (Margaret Barrett ed)
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, Melbourne, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This captivating non-fiction work presents a detailed survey of Victoria's most significant historic gardens. It chronicles the evolution of these verdant landscapes, from grand estate gardens to public botanical treasures, revealing the design philosophies and social contexts that shaped them. Peter Watts uncovers the stories behind their creation and preservation, offering insights into the horticultural and architectural heritage of the region. A must-read for enthusiasts of garden history, landscape design, and Australian heritage, it provides a rich visual and textual journey through these enduring natural masterpieces.