Japanese Gardens - Symbolism and Design (Hardcover)

The unique beauty of the Japanese garden stems from its spirituality and rich symbolism, yet most discussions on this kind of garden rarely provide more than a superficial overview. This book takes a thorough look at the process of designing a Japanese garden, placing it in a historical and philosophical context. Goto and Naka, both academic experts in Japanese garden history and design, explore: The themes and usage of the Japanese garden Common garden types such as tea and Zen gardens Key maintenance techniques and issues. Featuring beautiful, full-colour images and a glossary of essential Japanese terms, this book will dramatically transform your understanding of the Japanese garden as a cultural treasure.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	November 2017
First published:	2016
Authors:	Seiko Goto • Takahiro Naka
Dimensions:	246 x 174 x 17mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	224
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-42866-9
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > The arts: general issues > General Books > Arts & Architecture > History of art / art & design styles > General Books > Earth & environment > The environment > General Books > Health, Home & Family > Gardening > Gardens (descriptions, history etc) Books > Arts & Architecture > Architecture > Landscape art & architecture > General Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Interdisciplinary studies > Area / regional studies > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > General Books > Gardening > Gardens (descriptions, history etc)
LSN:	1-138-42866-3
Barcode:	9781138428669

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