Encyclopedia of Gardens: History and Design

"A sumptuous publication." -- E-Streams "One of the finest works of its kind to date." -- Australian Garden History "This quintessential reference will be used in academic and large public libraries." -- Choice "The best of this season's encyclopedias- a genuine cornucopia..." -- The New York Times "A definitive source for garden design and history..." -- Booklist/RBB "Useful for the broad range of topics it covers and is recommended for gardening collections." -- LibraryJournal "Any public or college library seeking a basic set to anchor or update the gardening reference shelf would do well to invest in Fitzroy Dearborn's latest contribution to horticulture. For scientists, landscapers, builders, city planners, historians, students, researchers, travelers, and plant lovers, this choice set breaks new ground in reference scholarship." -- American ReferenceBooks Annual