Modern-day London abounds with a multitude of gardens, enclosed
by railings and surrounded by houses, which attest to the English
love of nature. These green enclaves, known as squares, are among
the most distinctive and admired features of the metropolis and are
England's greatest contribution to the development of European town
planning and urban form. Traditionally, inhabitants who overlooked
these gated communal gardens paid for their maintenance and had
special access to them. As such, they have long been synonymous
with privilege, elegance, and prosperous metropolitan living. They
epitomize the classical notion of "rus in urbe," the integration of
nature within the urban plan--a concept that continues to shape
cities to this day.
Todd Longstaffe-Gowan delves into the history, evolution, and
social implications of squares, which have been an important
element in the planning and expansion of London since the early
17th century. As an amenity that fosters health and well-being and
a connection to the natural world, the square has played a crucial
role in the development of the English capital.
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