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Forty Years of Landscape Architecture: Frederick Law Olmsted - Landscape Architect 1822-1903 Central Park as a Work of Art and as a Great Municipal En
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Biographies GeneralLandscape ArchitectureRegional: Middle Atlantic
ISBN13: 9781025399225
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 644
Weight: 1.96
Height: 1.30 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The book examines the philosophy behind Olmsted's designs, emphasizing his belief that public parks are necessary for the psychological and physical well-being of urban populations. Readers will find a comprehensive account of the planning, construction, and political challenges involved in managing such a massive public works project during the mid-to-late 19th century. As a foundational text in the history of urban planning and environmental design, Forty Years of Landscape Architecture remains a vital resource for understanding how landscape architecture emerged as a distinct profession and how its principles continue to shape the modern cityscape.
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