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Focusing on Andrew Jackson Downing's innovative approach to landscape design, this biography by David Schuyler examines how Downing championed a naturalistic style as a modern alternative to classical gardens. It highlights his adaptation of English aesthetic principles to the American context, considering the social implications of his work within the framework of class and republican ideals. Schuyler's exploration reveals the complexities of Downing's vision for American society through the lens of horticulture and design.
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Apostle of Taste: Andrew Jackson Downing, 1815-1852, David Schuyler
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