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The Landscape of Man: Shaping the Environment from Prehistory to the Present Day

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The Landscape of Man explores how humans have shaped the environment from prehistory to the present day. It examines the social and intellectual background of landscape design, illustrating how cultural, political, and technological factors have influenced the development of landscapes. The book provides a comprehensive overview of landscape architecture, featuring numerous illustrations and case studies of significant landscapes throughout history.
Publisher
Thames & Hudson
Publication year
1975
ISBN-13
9780500278192
Pages
408
Language
English
Subjects
Landscape ArchitectureEnvironmental DesignCultural HistoryUrban PlanningHistorical LandscapesGarden DesignHuman Geography

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