A smaller-sized pictorial tribute to the impact of the Arts and Crafts movement on gardening, which rendered gardens as seamless outdoor living areas that were extensions of the homes they adjoined, demonstrates the influential designs of such contributors as Gertrude Jekyll, William Robinson, and William Morris.

Draws on a wealth of original research to present visual tours of the gardens of such arts and crafts designers as Edwin Lutyens, Gertrude Jeckyll, and Charles and Henry Green, in a volume that includes period illustrations and design plans.

Product Description: This classic work was conceived and written nearly a century ago by an author anxious to argue the case for sound house planning. It aimed to offer an alternative to the numerous books which instructed and advised their readers on the essentials of successful garden design and management, but paid scant attention to the actual houses which sat within their grounds...read more

Product Description: With text and photography by Rick Darke, this stunning new full-color book highlights magnificently preserved or restored Arts and Crafts gardens in both England and North America, discussing the philosophy that informed their design and the place they hold within the movement...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)