A Clearing in the Distance: Frederick Law Olmsted and America in the Nineteenth Century

Autori

• Witold Rybczynski

Parametri

Pagine

480pagine

Tempo di lettura

17ore

• Biografie e pensieri
• Natura
• Natura, animali
• Saggistica
• Storia

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The book presents a captivating exploration of Frederick Law Olmsted, highlighting his significant contributions as a landscape architect. It intertwines his life story with broader themes in American history, transforming his biography into an engaging intellectual journey. Accompanied by photographs, the narrative delves into Olmsted's visionary designs and their lasting impact on the American landscape, offering readers a deeper understanding of his legacy and the historical context in which he worked.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1999

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