歴史と考古学における古代庭園 Earthly Paradises: Ancient Gardens

Carroll, Maureen

British Museum Press（2003/05発売）

• 製本 Hardcover:ハードカバー版／ページ数 144 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9780714127682
• DDC分類 712.6093

基本説明

Whilst earlier publications detailing specifically with ancient gardens frequently relied heavily on literary and archival sources, this book also examines the unique contribution of archaeology.

Full Description

This study brings together archaeological and literary evidence surrounding ancient gardens and also examines the tasks and role of gardeners; at the same time assessing the evidence for various types of plants and trees, and for ancient horticultural practices,

Contents

Preface 1: Ancient gardens and the evidence 2: Utilitarian and ornamental house gardens 3: Orchards, groves and parks 4: Sacred gardens 5: Gardens of the dead 6: Gardeners and gardening 7: Plants of the ancient world 8: Gardens in ancient poetry 9: Gardens and paradises Conclusion Bibliography Index