Editore: Forgotten Books, 2017
ISBN 10: 152805671X ISBN 13: 9781528056717
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the renowned gardens of Chantilly, France, offering a detailed portrait of their rich history, artistic significance, and horticultural splendor. Written by the author, a renowned expert on French gardens, the book delves into the evolution of the gardens from their humble beginnings in the 12th century to their transformation into a masterpiece of landscape architecture in the 17th century under the patronage of the Prince de Condà . Through captivating descriptions and stunning visuals, the book explores the gardens' diverse landscapes, from the majestic Grand Canal to the intimate Hameau, capturing the essence of each space and its role in the overall design. In addition to its historical and aesthetic insights, the book provides practical information for visitors, making it an invaluable resource for travelers and garden enthusiasts alike. Through its exploration of the gardens' historical, cultural, and aesthetic significance, this book showcases Chantilly as a living testament to the enduring power of human creativity and nature's beauty. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.