Scholar gardens of China

Cambridge University Press

1991

xix, 331 p., [8] p. of plates

Includes bibliographical references (p. 324-325) and index.

Machine derived contents note: Illustrations -- Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- 1. The stone record -- 2. The designers and builders of gardens -- 3. Design concepts and techniques -- 4. The Suzhou classical tradition -- 5. Gardens of the city dweller -- 6. The vernacular garden tradition -- Conclusion -- Acknowledgement of sources -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Index.

This study places particular emphasis on urban context and highlights the contribution made by the Chinese garden to architectural spatial design. It examines the history and form of the private garden and the special relationship which existed between house and garden.

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