Washington: Seasons of the Capital is a world-class portrait of one of the world's great cities. This illustrated history celebrates Washington's magnificence, what author Philip Kopper calls "a spectacular convergence of natural assets, human resources, and political possibilities". Ping Amranand's images survey the landmarks that draw visitors to Washington and the seasonal changes that charm the city's residents. A veteran garden photographer, Amranand pays special attention to the majestic trees and gardens that temper ...
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Washington: Seasons of the Capital is a world-class portrait of one of the world's great cities. This illustrated history celebrates Washington's magnificence, what author Philip Kopper calls "a spectacular convergence of natural assets, human resources, and political possibilities". Ping Amranand's images survey the landmarks that draw visitors to Washington and the seasonal changes that charm the city's residents. A veteran garden photographer, Amranand pays special attention to the majestic trees and gardens that temper and transform "the mighty architectural presence" of Washington's famous buildings. The remarkable people who shaped Washington are the topic of Philip Kopper's lively text. From Pierre Charles L'Enfant to Alexander Shepherd, Kopper represents a pageant of dreamers and doers united by their vision of the capital of freedom.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
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Photos by Ping Amranand. Fine in Fine jacket. pp. 112. 28000 PB shelf. Oversized. White-stamped blue bds. No names, clean text. Stunning color photos. Sensitive color portraits of the nation's capitol.
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Full Color Illustrations. Good Clean Cond. in Yes / Good jacket. Book. Memoirs / Personal Reflections. Quality Hardback: hard cover edition in Very Good condition, some slight wear to edges, as normal for age of book; and in a Good Dust Jacket with some egdewear and slight chipping. Excellent read. A good book to enjoy and keep on hand. Or would make a great GIFT IDEA for the fan / reader in your life. Please send us a note if you have any questions. Thank you.