Gardens Ancient And Modern

""Gardens Ancient and Modern: An Epitome of the Literature of the Garden-Art"" is a comprehensive guide to the history and evolution of gardening. Written by Albert Forbes Sieveking, a prominent British horticulturist and author, this book explores the various styles and techniques of gardening throughout the ages, from ancient civilizations to contemporary times. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific era or theme in gardening. It covers topics such as the gardens of ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, the medieval gardens of Europe, the Renaissance gardens of Italy, the formal gardens of France, and the naturalistic gardens of England. Sieveking also discusses the principles of garden design, including the use of color, texture, and form, as well as the importance of proportion and symmetry. He provides practical advice on planting and maintaining a garden, including tips on soil preparation, irrigation, and pest control. Throughout the book, Sieveking quotes extensively from the works of famous garden writers and designers, such as Vitruvius, Pliny the Elder, Andr����� Le N�����tre, and Gertrude Jekyll. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs of gardens and landscapes from around the world, making this book a valuable resource for garden enthusiasts, historians, and designers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.