The Secret Gardens of Paris [Paperback]

Alexandra D'Arnoux (Author), Bruno de Laubadere (Author), Gilles De Chabaneix (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 2002

Lying behind the urban facade of Paris is a hidden landscape. In this book, now published in paperback, authors Alexandra dArnoux and Bruno de Laubadere guide us through a concealed, verdant world, unseen by most visitors to the city. The harmonious proportions of the classical genre, the lush style of the picturesque, the playful surprises of the exotic all types of garden are represented in this gloriously illustrated book, providing enjoyment and inspiration to the expert gardener as well as to the armchair enthusiast.

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Hidden behind the elegant facades of Parisian buildings are scores of magical domains, from sophisticated urban sanctuaries to picturesque pocket-size landscapes, and gardens defined by decidedly exotic attributes. Crisscrossing Paris, the authors delve into these private horticultural realms, furnishing descriptive text comprised of historical background, intimate profiles on the gardens' owners, and revealing perspectives on individual garden spaces. The tour includes stopovers at the home of President and Madame Giscard d'Estaing and the Japanese retreat of couturier Kenzo, as well as glimpses of the art nouveau style created by Hector Guimard. Alice Joyce
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By the time you turn the last page, you'll be dialing Air France. -- San Diego Tribune

Glimpse behind city gates to show the greener side of urban life. -- Veranda

Smartly displays the greenery, wrought iron grillwork, brick walkways and blossoms of summer gardens in contemporary Paris. -- San Francisco Chronicle, 12 May 2002

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Product Details

• Paperback: 173 pages
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson (June 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0500283540
• ISBN-13: 978-0500283547
• Product Dimensions: 11.6 x 9.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,615,823 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars A LITTLE DISAPPOINTING, November 5, 2006

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I was a little disappointed by "Secret Gardens of Paris". I found the gardens featured in this book to be similar to each other. I was looking for more variations in color and texture. Most of the gardens have very little color. It seems that green and white are the dominant colors. Also, I was hoping to see more architecture than what is shown of the Parisian buildings featured in this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, October 9, 2011

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I agree with the review by Marie Antoinette that this book is full of green photos, however, it is what I love about it. I open this book an am instantly renewed by the lush variety of greenery interspersed with bits of color. Being a huge fan of abundant foliage close to the home and literally crawling over structures, it is just what I need particularly during colder months when I am craving greenery. It is a beautifully composed book of personal gardens that will inspire. I give it my highest recommendation and am on the look-out for another hard-copy edition to give as a gift.