How did exotic and oriental plants find their way into the borders of English gardens? The aim of this book is to shed light on the history of gardens from ancient Egypt to the 20th century. The history of gardens and gardening is described, and the evolution of the Western model is explored. The various historical factors which have created the modern idea of gardening as both a pastime and an art form are covered, and photographs range from the earliest Egyptian tomb paintings depicting plants and gardens, to the present.
- ISBN10 1862051062
- ISBN13 9781862051065
- Publish Date 18 September 1997
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 20 October 2003
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Pavilion Books
- Format Paperback
- Pages 336
- Language English