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Whether built for imperial use or for the enjoyment of a private scholar and his family, the garden is a centerpiece of classical Chinese culture. This book draws on a wide range of literary and artistic sources to present the fundamentals of Chinese garden design. Illustrated with photographs... read more

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THREE PRINCIPAL TYPES of gardens have evolved with the development of Chinese culture: imperial gardens and parks, private gardens, and natural scenic sites.

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  1. Joseph C. Wang (Author)
 

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