A TREATISE OF THE THEORY AND PRACTICE OF LANDSCAPE GARDENING ADOPTRD TO NORTH AMERICA
Language: English
Published by George P. Putnam 1840, New York, 1840
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: LIBRARY OF THE SOUTH, Gallatin, TN, U.S.A.LIBRARY OF THE SOUTH
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FREE SHIPPING within contiguous U.S. Additional pictures available upon request. Published in 1841, A Treatise on the Theory and Practice of Landscape Gardening by Andrew Jackson Downing is arguably the most influential book in the history of American landscape architecture. Book is in good shape relative to its' age - cloth cover missing on a portion of the spine (see picture) Before Downing, most American yards were purely functional or haphazard. Downing introduced the idea that a home and its surroundings should be a unified "work of art." The Core Philosophy: "The Beautiful" vs. "The Picturesque" Downing famously categorized landscape design into two distinct styles, helping homeowners decide how to shape their land based on its natural character: The Beautiful (The Graceful): Characterized by smooth, undulating lawns, flowing lines, and rounded groups of trees (like Maples or Elms). It aims for serenity and "softness." The Picturesque (The Spirited): Defined by ruggedness, irregular shapes, and "wilder" growth. This style utilized craggy rocks, steep banks, and jagged trees like Pines or Larches to create a sense of drama. Key Contributions of the Book The "Rural Cottage" Ideal: Downing believed that a well-designed landscape could improve the moral character of a family. He popularized the "Gothic Revival" and "Italianate" styles of architecture to go along with his gardens. Tree Selection: He provided the first comprehensive guide for Americans on which native and exotic trees worked best for shade, screening, and aesthetics. the influence to advocate for the creation of public green spaces, eventually leading to the commission of the National Mall in D.C. and influencing Frederick Law Olmsted (the designer of Centr. …
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- A TREATISE OF THE THEORY AND PRACTICE OF LANDSCAPE GARDENING ADOPTRD TO NORTH AMERICA
- Author
- A.J.DOWNING
- Publisher
- George P. Putnam 1840, New York
- Publication year
- 1840
- Condition
- Fair
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Item weight
- 2 pounds
- Seller catalogs
- 1800's Publishing, Confederate History, OTHER COLLECTIBLE
LIBRARY OF THE SOUTH
Gallatin, TN, U.S.A.
AbeBooks seller since November 21, 2025
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| Item | 14 to 18 business days | 1 to 2 business days |
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| First item | £ 3.70 | £ 18.52 |
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A private collection of Civil War era books from our private library are offered for sale. Many hard-to-find titles with many autographed. All books presented are exclusively from this private library and reflect our library quality. Please email with any questions or comments. Thank you.
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Civil war era history, biographies and reference books published from 1868 to 1949.Seller's business information
LIBRARY OF THE SOUTH
TN, U.S.A.
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