Monty Don, Britain's treasured horticulturalist, and renowned
photographer Derry Moore explore iconic and little-known gardens
throughout America.
For years, Britain's much-loved gardener Monty Don has been leading us
down all kinds of garden paths to show us why green spaces are vital to
our wellbeing and culture. Now, he travels across America with
celebrated photographer Derry Moore to trace the fascinating histories
of outdoor spaces which epitomize or redefine the American garden. In
the book, which complements the BBC television series, they look at a
variety of gardens and outdoor spaces at the center of American history
including the slave garden at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello estate,
Longwood Gardens in Delaware, and Middleton Place in South Carolina.
Together, they visit verdant oases designed by modernist architects such
as Richard Neutra. They delve into urban outdoor spaces, looking at New
York City's Central Park, Lurie Garden at the southern end of Millennium
Park in Chicago, and the Seattle Spheres. Derry Moore gives his unique
perspective on gardens across the United States, including several not
featured in the TV series. These include unpublished photographs of Bob
Hope's Palm Springs home and garden of renowned architect Frank Lloyd
Wright. Featuring luscious photography and Don's engaging commentary,
this book will leave you with a richer understanding of how America's
most important gardens came to be designed.
