Author Description

Gardens Past and Present is a book written by K. L. Davidson and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive study of the history of gardens, from ancient times to the present day. It explores the evolution of garden design and the various influences that have shaped it over the centuries. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods in history, from the gardens of ancient Greece and Rome to the formal gardens of the Renaissance and the more naturalistic designs of the Romantic era. The author also examines the gardens of different cultures, including those of Asia and the Middle East. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and drawings that help to bring the gardens to life. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of gardening and landscape design.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.