Liddle, Tamsin
William Barron: The Victorian Landscape Gardener
- ISBN 13:
- 9781398113077
- author:
- Liddle, Tamsin
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 0.9 x 26 x 26 centimetres (0.31
- Genre:
- History, Modern, 19th Century,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
William Barron: The Victorian Landscape Gardener is a fascinating story about an unassuming man who left a lasting impact on British garden design. Tamsin Liddle and Peter Robinson explore his humble beginnings, the influences that shaped his work, and his innovative engineering and horticultural approaches. Barron's designs have stood the test of time, with many of his creations still enjoyed today at Elvaston, one of his most notable projects. This book celebrates not only Barron's achievements but also the enduring legacy he has left on British gardens. A portion of the authors' royalties will support the maintenance and restoration of Elvaston. By exploring Barron's life and work, this book provides a unique insight into the history of landscape gardening in Britain during the 19th century.