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Title: Frederick Law Olmsted : Landscape architect. Vol. 1, Early years and experiences, together with biographical notes.
Original Publication: United States: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1922.
Credits: The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Frederick Law Olmsted: Landscape Architect, Vol. 1, Early Years and Experiences" is a historical account published in the early 20th century. This volume presents the professional papers of Frederick Law Olmsted, a seminal figure in landscape architecture, showcasing his early years and experiences that shaped his esteemed career. The book covers the foundational aspects of Olmsted's professional journey, including personal insights, biographical notes, and significant influences that catalyzed his approach to landscape design. The opening portion introduces readers to the diverse range of Olmsted's writings and the context in which they were created. It highlights the importance he placed on documenting his professional dealings, emphasizing his desire to present landscape architecture to the public in a favorable light. Furthermore, it touches upon his interactions with prominent figures, like Calvert Vaux, and his earnest engagement in various projects, such as designing Central Park. Overall, the beginning of the book sets the stage for an exploration of Olmsted's thoughts, methodologies, and the rich legacy he left in landscape architecture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Olmsted, Frederick Law, 1822-1903
Editor: Hubbard, Theodora Kimball, 1887-1935
Editor: Olmsted, Frederick Law, 1870-1957
EBook No.: 70767
Published: May 15, 2023
Downloads: 287
Language: English
Subject: Autobiographies
Subject: Olmsted, Frederick Law, 1822-1903
Subject: Landscape architects -- United States -- Biography
LoCC: Agriculture: Plant culture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Frederick Law Olmsted : Landscape architect. Vol. 1, Early years and experiences, together with biographical notes.
Original Publication: United States: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1922.
Credits: The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Frederick Law Olmsted: Landscape Architect, Vol. 1, Early Years and Experiences" is a historical account published in the early 20th century. This volume presents the professional papers of Frederick Law Olmsted, a seminal figure in landscape architecture, showcasing his early years and experiences that shaped his esteemed career. The book covers the foundational aspects of Olmsted's professional journey, including personal insights, biographical notes, and significant influences that catalyzed his approach to landscape design. The opening portion introduces readers to the diverse range of Olmsted's writings and the context in which they were created. It highlights the importance he placed on documenting his professional dealings, emphasizing his desire to present landscape architecture to the public in a favorable light. Furthermore, it touches upon his interactions with prominent figures, like Calvert Vaux, and his earnest engagement in various projects, such as designing Central Park. Overall, the beginning of the book sets the stage for an exploration of Olmsted's thoughts, methodologies, and the rich legacy he left in landscape architecture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Olmsted, Frederick Law, 1822-1903
Editor: Hubbard, Theodora Kimball, 1887-1935
Editor: Olmsted, Frederick Law, 1870-1957
EBook No.: 70767
Published: May 15, 2023
Downloads: 287
Language: English
Subject: Autobiographies
Subject: Olmsted, Frederick Law, 1822-1903
Subject: Landscape architects -- United States -- Biography
LoCC: Agriculture: Plant culture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.