02499cam a22003853u 4500 74972 UtSlPG 20260610134733.0 m cr n 260607r20241905utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 05040028 UtSlPG en iso639-1 SB Thonger, Charles, 1882-1954 The book of garden design Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Handbooks of practical gardening, 25. Release date is 2024-12-24 Susan E., A Marshall, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Book of Garden Design" by Charles Thonger is a practical guide on garden design written in the early 20th century. This work offers insights into various principles and styles of garden making, emphasizing a harmonious balance between natural beauty and human creativity. Thonger aims to instruct novice gardeners on how to cultivate their own ideas and tastes rather than merely replicating established patterns or using rigid designs. The opening of the book introduces the complexity of garden design as a discipline that blends both art and practicality. Thonger argues that to become a successful garden designer, one must engage with nature, understanding the diverse elements that shape natural landscapes. In the initial chapters, he critiques the rigid approaches of previous designers and advocates for a more organic and personalized style, urging readers to learn from nature instead of relying solely on formal plans. He emphasizes the importance of comfort, convenience, and aesthetic harmony, setting the stage for a comprehensive exploration of garden design practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United Kingdom: John Lane: The Bodley Head, 1905 Gardening Landscape gardening Roberts, Harry, 1871-1946 Good, Frank Mason, 1839-1928 Handbooks of practical gardening, 25. https://archive.org/details/cu31924002832230/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74972 115697 115697