Gardens of the Roman World by Patrick Bowe - 2004-09-01

Los Angeles: J. Paul Getty Museum. Fine copy in fine dust jacket. 2004. 1st. hardcover. 4to, 169 pp. .

Oxford University Press, Incorporated. Used - Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

J. Paul Getty Museum, 2004. Book. Near Fine. Hardcover. Well-kept copy. In lovely shiny green covers with excellent gilting to spine and front design. Beautifully illustrated with more than 180 color photos on thick matte paper. Front cover with a small wrinkle from a printing flaw. Glossy jacket with neat folded edges. Oversize and heavy book. .

hardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

J. Paul Getty Museum. Hardcover. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!

Museum Publications. New. 2004. Hardcover. 0892367407 .*** FREE UPGRADE to Courier/Priority Shipping Upon Request *** - *** IN STOCK AND IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT - Flawless copy, brand new, pristine, never opened -- 176 pages; 197 color illustrations. Description: "Romans loved their gardens, whether they were the grand gardens of imperial country estates or the small private spaces tucked behind city houses. Gardens were treasured both as places for relaxation and as plots to grow ornamental plants, fruits, and vegetables. The soothing sound of fountains often added further to the pleasures of life in the garden. Romans constructed gardens in every corner of their empire, from Britain to North Africa and from Portugal to Asia Minor. Long after their empire collapsed, the gardens they had so carefully planted continued to exert influence in the far-flung corners of their former world. The author discusses the many kinds of Roman gardens, from small vegetable and… Read More