The Art of Japanese Gardens

By Loraine E. Kuck

The Art of Japanese Gardens is a comprehensive guide to the history, design principles, and techniques of creating and maintaining traditional Japanese gardens. Written by Loraine E. Kuck, a renowned expert on Japanese gardening, the book covers everything from the origins of Japanese gardening to the different types of gardens, such as tea gardens, courtyard gardens, and strolling gardens.The book delves into the philosophy behind Japanese gardening and how it is reflected in the design elements, such as rocks, water features, and plants. It also provides practical advice on how to create and maintain a Japanese garden, including choosing the right plants, pruning techniques, and seasonal maintenance.The Art of Japanese Gardens is richly illustrated with photographs and diagrams that showcase the beauty and intricacy of Japanese gardens. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Japanese culture, gardening, or simply appreciates the beauty of nature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163143219
• ISBN13: 9781163143216
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.5" x 9.3"