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Gardens of the Gods: Myth, Magic and Meaning in Horticulture
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Product Description
Gardens of the Gods reveals the symbolic language of garden design, exploring the gardens of China with their moon gates and immortal rocks, the Zen gardens of Japan, and the paradise gardens of Islam. It even looks at Renaissance Italy with its richly mythological imagery, the landscaped parks of England, and the gardens of New Harmony in the US. Striking modern examples include the Tarot Garden of the sculptress Niki de Saint Phalle. Beautifully illustrated, Gardens of the Gods also includes a chapter with suggestions for creating your own "garden of meaning" and a selected catalog of plants with symbolic or mythological associations.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #1183156 in Books
- Published on: 2005-01-15
- Released on: 2004-12-23
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Paperback
- 224 pages
Editorial Reviews
Review
05/12/04 Independent on Sunday: "It's a relief to find a modest, intelligent work like this one, looking towards mythology and arcane history for inspiration." "a unique blend of scholarly application and subtle imagination" "wonderful" "could there be a better way to rid your lawn of Titchmarsh?" Irish Catholic: "For all who love plants and flowers, Gardens of the Gods is a most interesting read." Parish News: "As you start to plant your seedlings for the year, browse through this fascinating book about ancient gardens and sacred spaces."
About the Author
Christopher McIntosh has worked as a journalist, publisher, and international civil servant. His most recent work is The Swan King (I.B.Tauris).
