Ambitious in scope and lavishly illustrated, this major illustrated monograph surveys every period in garden design and landscape architecture, from classical antiquity and the medieval cloisters to the latest trends in modern design, focusing on both the Western and Eastern traditions and their influences. Captured here are two millennia of garden history - the most comprehensive garden photo documentary ever undertaken by a single author. From the Roman gardens at Hadrian"s villa to the modern work of landscape architects, historical and contemporary gardens are showcased with special attention to the relationship between gardens and houses. The informative text reveals the evolutions, transformations, influences, and trends that characterize these beautiful landscapes, putting into context their aesthetic appeal. Gardens are unique, reflecting the landscape, flora, and climate of their environments as well as the heritage, history, architectural styles, and influences of...