{"title":"Stephen Anderton","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the insightful works of Stephen Anderton, a celebrated author in the realm of \u003cem\u003eHome \u0026amp; Garden\u003c\/em\u003e. Stephen Anderton is revered for his deep knowledge and engaging storytelling, particularly in the field of horticulture and garden design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his most notable works, \u003cem\u003eLives of the Great Gardeners\u003c\/em\u003e, offers an enlightening journey through the fascinating stories of historical figures who have shaped the world with their visionary and creative approaches to gardening. This book beautifully intertwines biographical sketches and gardening insights, allowing readers to explore the passion and innovation of these extraordinary gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned gardener or someone with a budding interest in the field, Stephen Anderton’s books provide a rich tapestry of information that is both educational and inspirational. Explore his works to gain fresh perspectives on the art and history of gardening.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lives-of-the-great-gardeners-by-stephen-anderton-9780500297049","title":"Lives of the Great Gardeners","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe lives of 40 men and women behind some of the world's most exciting gardens.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout history, great gardeners have risen from all walks of life. Some have been aristocratic amateur gardeners, others professional designers with an international practice. Some have come to garden-making from sister arts such as sculpture or painting; others have been hands-on nurserymen or botanists. What they all have in common is the ability to take an idea and develop it in a new manner relevant to their times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book contains four sections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGardens of Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e moves from the politically allusive gardens of 18th-century England made by men such as William Kent, to Charles Jencks's Scottish garden inspired by 21st-century cosmography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGardens of Straight Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the lives of the great formalist gardeners, from Le Nôtre at Versailles to the rational English minimalism of contemporary designer Christopher Bradley-Hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGardens of Curves\u003c\/strong\u003e begins with that great exponent of the English landscape garden, 'Capability' Brown, and leads to the extraordinary Brazilian designer Roberto Burle Marx.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGardens of Plantsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e moves from the father of naturalistic planting, William Robinson, to the sweeping prairies of New York's favourite Dutch designer, Piet Oudolf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47340898025708,"sku":"9780500297049","price":48.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2791353482366.jpg?v=1772175670"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/stephen-anderton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}