The London square : gardens in the midst of town
Longstaffe-Gowan, Todd, 1960-2012
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Modern-day London abounds with a multitude of gardens, enclosed by railings and surrounded by houses, which attest to the English love of nature. Here, the author delves into the history, evolution, and social implications of squares, which have been an important element in the planning and expansion of London since the 17th century.
Main title:
The London square : gardens in the midst of town / Todd Longstaffe-Gowan.
Author:
Longstaffe-Gowan, Todd, 1960-, authorPaul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art, associated with work
Imprint:
New Haven : Yale University Press, [2012]©2012
Collation:
ix, 334 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour), maps (colour) ; 29 cm
Notes:
Published for the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art.Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9780300152012 (hbk. :)
Dewey class:
712.509421712.5094
Language:
English
BRN:
291129