The Great Gardens of China: History, Concepts, Techniques
Xiaofeng, Fang
The garden-a place for refined pleasure and spiritual relaxation-has its roots in ancient China. Western travelers from Marco Polo onward marveled at the intricacy, the elaborate buildings, the subtle design, and the assured use of plants, water, and natural materials in Chinese landscapes. The Great Gardens of China shows, through stunning original photography and cogent text, both the visual splendors of China's finest gardens and explains t...