First published in 1978, this volume attempted to explore the meanings and cultural forces that lie behind Chinese gardens. Maggie Keswick traced the Chinese garden back to its origins, and explained its influence on, and how it was influenced by, philosophy, art, architecture and literature. This work is an exploration of how Chinese civilization manifested itself in the art of garden making and design. This new edition is revised and re-illustrated. It includes an annotated section of gardens open to visitors in China.
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First published in 1978, this volume attempted to explore the meanings and cultural forces that lie behind Chinese gardens. Maggie Keswick traced the Chinese garden back to its origins, and explained its influence on, and how it was influenced by, philosophy, art, architecture and literature. This work is an exploration of how Chinese civilization manifested itself in the art of garden making and design. This new edition is revised and re-illustrated. It includes an annotated section of gardens open to visitors in China.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 1600grams, ISBN: 0856704253.
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Fair Condition in Good jacket. 9780711220317. ~~Withdrawn Ex-Library, front end-papers removed, jacket in protective sleeve~~Quite Good reading copy 2003 revised ed Frances Lincoln hardback, unclipped jacket in protective sleeve attached to boards. Front end-papers removed, text begins with Contents page, tidy and unmarked otherwise. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Gardening; ISBN: 071122031X. ISBN/EAN: 9780711220317. The photos provided are of our own book, further photos may be arranged upon request. Inventory No: 086450.
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Near Fine Condition in Fine jacket. 9780711220317. Near Fine/Fine 1st impression 2003 Revised Edition very large, very heavy 2003 Frances Lincoln hardback, unclipped DJ, profusely illustrated high quality edition. A little lower corner rubbing to boards and surface rubbing to base of spine else Fine and unmarked, appears unused. Immediate dispatch Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Gardening; ISBN: 071122031X. ISBN/EAN: 9780711220317. The photos provided are of our own book, further photos may be arranged upon request. Inventory No: 077911.
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Good. -Book is in good overall condition. No writing or major blemishes. Average wear.; -We offer free returns for any reason and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your order will be packaged with care and ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.
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Fair. Book has internal/external wear and/or highlighting and underlining. It may have creases on the cover and some folded pages. This is a USED book. Codes have been used. All items ship Monday-Friday within 2-3 business days. Thank you for supporting Goodwill of OC.
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Very Good. Size: 11x9x0; tight, uncreased spine, pages clear and bright, shelf and edge wear, corners bumped, packaged in cardboard box for shipment, tracking on U.S. orders.
