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• A sumptuously illustrated survey of 500 garden designers worldwide, organized in A-Z order
• Presents an unrivalled range of gardens from the fountained oases of ancient Persia to the classical gardens of Europe and the contemporary sculptured landscapes of the US
• Each designer is represented by his or her finest garden, with accessible commentary placing the maker and garden in stylistic and historical context
• Sublime views represent each garden - the famous and public as well as those destroyed, mythical and private
• Includes an informative cross-referencing system linking designers who work in similar styles, movements or time periods
• Contains an essential glossary and directory of gardens around the world that are open to the public
• 445 colour illustrations, 55 black and white illustrations