A fascinating look at the life, influences, techniques and works of
18th-century landscape gardener Lancelot 'Capability' Brown. His
transformation of unpromising countryside into beautiful parks
changed the face of a nation and created a landscape style which
for many of us defines the English countryside. One of the most
remarkable men of the 18th century, Lancelot 'Capability' Brown was
known to many as 'The Omnipotent Magician' who could transform
unpromising countryside into beautiful parks that seemed to be only
the work of nature. His list of clients included half the House of
Lords, six Prime Ministers and even royalty. Although his fame has
dimmed, we still enjoy many of his works today at National Trust
properties such as Croome Park, Petworth, Berrington, Stowe,
Wimpole, Blenheim Palace, Highclere Castle (location of the ITV
series Downton Abbey) and many more. In Capability Brown, author
and garden historian Sarah Rutherford tells his triumphant story,
uncovers his aims and reveals why he was so successful. Illustrated
throughout with colour photographs of contemporary sites,
historical paintings and garden plans, this is an accessible book
for anyone who wants to know more about the man who changed the
face of the nation and created a landscape style which for many of
us defines the English countryside.
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