American Gardens In The Eighteenth Century: "For Use Or For Delight"
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Ann Leighton
Binding: Hardback
Published: Houghton Mifflin Publishing, 1976
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Light bumping on corners, otherwise clean and bright copy.
This historical non-fiction work, American Gardens In The Eighteenth Century: 'For Use Or For Delight', chronicles the evolution of gardening practices and philosophies across colonial America. Ann Leighton meticulously details how early American landscapes were shaped by both practical necessity and aesthetic aspirations. The text uncovers the diverse influences, from European traditions to indigenous plants, that defined these nascent gardens. It presents a comprehensive look at the plants cultivated, the designs employed, and the social significance of these green spaces. This authoritative volume illustrates the intricate relationship between horticulture and the developing American identity, offering invaluable insights into a foundational period of landscape design.
Author: Ann Leighton
Binding: Hardback
Published: Houghton Mifflin Publishing, 1976
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Light bumping on corners, otherwise clean and bright copy.
This historical non-fiction work, American Gardens In The Eighteenth Century: 'For Use Or For Delight', chronicles the evolution of gardening practices and philosophies across colonial America. Ann Leighton meticulously details how early American landscapes were shaped by both practical necessity and aesthetic aspirations. The text uncovers the diverse influences, from European traditions to indigenous plants, that defined these nascent gardens. It presents a comprehensive look at the plants cultivated, the designs employed, and the social significance of these green spaces. This authoritative volume illustrates the intricate relationship between horticulture and the developing American identity, offering invaluable insights into a foundational period of landscape design.