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A Dissertation On Oriental Gardening (1773)

A Dissertation On Oriental Gardening (1773)

Chambers, William

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Gardening

ISBN10: 1169724442
ISBN13: 9781169724440
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 172
Weight: 1.52
Height: 0.44 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
A Dissertation On Oriental Gardening is a book written by William Chambers in 1773. The book is a comprehensive study of the art of gardening in the oriental style. Chambers explores the principles and techniques of oriental gardening, drawing on his own experiences and observations of gardens in China, Japan, and other parts of Asia.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the history and philosophy of oriental gardening, including the use of symbolism, the importance of balance and harmony, and the role of nature in garden design. Chambers also discusses the various elements of an oriental garden, such as rocks, water features, and plants, and provides detailed instructions on how to create these features.The second part of the book is a series of case studies of oriental gardens, including the famous gardens of Suzhou in China. Chambers provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of these gardens, highlighting their unique features and the techniques used to create them.Overall, A Dissertation On Oriental Gardening is a fascinating exploration of the art of gardening in the oriental style. It provides a wealth of information and inspiration for anyone interested in creating their own oriental garden or learning more about this ancient and beautiful art form.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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