landscape architects

A biography of landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, who was responsible for the design of Central Park, Yosemite National Park and even the grounds for the United States Capitol, reveals his life and work.

"The story of how one woman's long love affair with New York's Central Park led her to a job in which she was able to organize the rescue of the park from its serious decline in the 1970s, returning it to the beautiful place of recreational opportunity and spiritual sustenance it is today. Interwoven into her own story is a comprehensive history of Central Park: its design and construction as a scenic masterpiece; the alterations of each succeeding era; the addition of numerous facilities for sports and play; and finally the 'anything goes phase' of the 1960s and 70s, which was often fun but almost destroyed the park. The two narratives continue to entwine as she finds a job in the administration of Central Park, founds the Central Park Conservancy, and transforms both the park and herself"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at landscape designers and what their jobs involve.

Profiles of female builders and designers, focusing on the strengths, passions, and interests each woman had growing up, where those traits took them, and what they achieved.

Presents the life of the American journalist and landscape designer, discussing his early love of nature, his winning award for the design of Central Park, his humanitarian work on Civil War camps, and his numerous other designs in urban areas around the country.

Looks at landscape designers and what their jobs involve.

Chronicles the life of Frederick Law Olmsted, the man responsible for the design of New York's Central Park, describing his impact on America's physical and political landscapes, and discussing his efforts to help preserve Yosemite, Niagara Falls, and other places.

A brief biography of nineteenth-century landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, who designed some of America's most famous parks, and was also responsible for the creation of the nation's first park systems.