A cultural history of gardens in antiquity / Kathryn Gleason (ed).

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Gleason, Kathryn L.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Gardens--History.

Gardens.

Gardens--Social aspects--History.

Gardening--History.

Gardening.

Gardening--Social aspects--History.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xiv, 272 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London : Bloomsbury Academic, 2013.

Summary:

"The history of gardens in antiquity is characterized by a rich mix of cultures interacting throughout Europe, Africa and Asia. This period - from the sixth century BCE to the sixth century CE - was foundational to the later periods of garden history. The emergence of advanced horticultural techniques, sustained regional and international trade routes, and centralized power structures promoted the development of highly sophisticated garden culture in both private and public contexts. New evidence derived from archaeology and fresh analysis of literary and visual sources revises our perspective, reminding us that these garden cultures were varied and diverse, yet connected through ritual, trade, conquest, and cultural practices in ways we are only beginning to define."--Bloomsbury Publishing.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

Electronic reproduction. London : Bloomsbury Publishing, 2014. Available via World Wide Web. Access limited by licensing agreement. s2014 dcunns

ISBN:

9781350048072 (online)

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.