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History of Garden Art: Originally published in two volumes

In its two-volume format, the book delves into the intricate details of garden art, offering insights into its historical context, design principles, and the artists who contributed to its development. It is a scholarly work that examines the aesthetic and cultural value of gardens throughout history. more

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Marie-Luise Gothein
Marie-Luise Gothein

Marie-Luise Gothein was a German author born in 1863 and died in 1931. Her works covered a wide range of fields including history, literature, and art, known for her unique perspective and profound insights. more

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“Don't underestimate the therapeutic value of gardening. It's the one area where we can all use our nascent creative talents to make a truly satisfying work of art. Every individual, with thought, patience and a large portion of help from nature, has it in them to create their own private paradise: truly a thing of beauty and a joy for ever.”

“Gardening is a luxury occupation: an ornament, not a necessity, of life.... Fortunate gardener, who may preoccupy himself solely with beauty in these difficult and ugly days! He is one of the few people left in this distressful world to carry on the tradition of elegance and charm. A useless member of society, considered in terms of economics, he must not be denied his rightful place. He deserves to share it, however humbly, with the painter and poet.”