The Art Of Japanese Gardens (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432557584)

The Art of Japanese Gardens is a comprehensive guide to the history, design, and philosophy of Japanese gardens. Written by Loraine E. Kuck, an expert in Japanese garden design, this book covers everything from the origins of Japanese gardens to the principles of design and the different types of gardens found in Japan. The book is divided into three main sections. The first section provides an overview of the history and philosophy of Japanese gardens, including their origins in ancient Shinto and Buddhist traditions. The second section delves into the principles of design, including the use of rocks, water, and plants to create different types of gardens, such as tea gardens, courtyard gardens, and stroll gardens. The final section of the book explores the different types of gardens found in Japan, including famous examples such as the Zen gardens of Kyoto and the imperial gardens of Tokyo. Each garden is accompanied by beautiful photographs and detailed descriptions of its design and features. Overall, The Art of Japanese Gardens is an essential resource for anyone interested in Japanese garden design, whether they are a professional landscaper or simply a lover of gardens and Japanese culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Loraine E. Kuck
ISBN-10: 1432557580
ISBN-13: 9781432557584
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 392
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.48lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.81d