Phaidon's bestseller showcasing 500 of the greatest garden-makers of all time now in a stunning newly-updated editionThis beautifully illustrated, revised and refreshed version of Phaidon's classic The Garden Book is an A-to-Z who's who of the world's finest garden-makers throughout history, spanning all styles and continents. From the first religious gardens to Dan Pearson's heavenly new Tokachi garden in Japan, each entry illustrates a key work by the designer, describes the garden, and evokes its unique spirit and ethos. It's the essential reference for today's gardeners, offering infinite inspiration to create their own signature spaces, whatever their landscape. An exquisite gift and invaluable reference for gardeners and garden lovers alike.

Autorentext

Conceived and edited by Phaidon editors.

Tim Richardson, consultant editor, is an acclaimed garden historian and critic of landscape architecture.

Toby Musgrave is a widely published garden writer and historian.

Zusammenfassung
Revealing the rich artistic history of this ever-changing art form, the A-to-Z format of this fully updated bestseller creates fascinating juxtapositions between the 500 iconic garden-makers of all time found within its pages