Old-Time Gardens

Alice Morse Earle

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English

Anson Street Press
29 March 2025

Landscape art & architecture; History of the Americas; Landscape gardening

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Step back in time and explore the charming world of early American gardens with Alice Morse Earle's ""Old-Time Gardens, Newly Set Forth."" This meticulously prepared edition offers a fascinating glimpse into the landscape gardening traditions and horticultural practices of the colonial era. Discover the design principles, popular plants, and unique features that defined these historical gardens.

Earle's work provides a rich tapestry of garden history, revealing the social and cultural significance of gardens in early America. From the practical kitchen gardens to the more ornamental displays, this book explores the diverse styles and influences that shaped American landscaping. Whether you're a gardening enthusiast, a student of American history, or simply appreciate the beauty of classic gardens, ""Old-Time Gardens"" offers a captivating journey into a bygone era. Delve into a treasure trove of information on colonial gardens and their enduring legacy.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: Alice Morse Earle
Imprint: Anson Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 21mm
Weight: 649g
ISBN: 9781023340700
ISBN 10: 1023340704
Pages: 338
Publication Date: 29 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active