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Venetian Gardens

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This is by far and away the best of books that looks at private Venetian gardens. It covers 27 gardens both historic and contemporary - almost all of them in private hands. Originally published in French, the translation has only a few flaws and is well written with a good deal of both historic and current information. The photographs are really lush and beautiful and the entire publication is beautifully designed and finished. I highly recomend it for lovers of Venice as well as anyone who loves gardening.

I'm a huge fan of all things Venetian - art, architecture, gardens & more. Having been to Venice, there are many parts of it that are private or hidden and you'd never find them. This book shows you the most beautiful private gardens overlooking waterways and internal streets that no tourist would ever see or find. I have it sitting on top of my many stacks of coffee table books and each time I walk by and see the cover I want to sit down and look through it again.

I read a raving review in the world of interior. one magazine I would pick over anything else if I were to have only one interior magazine.

However, I am rather disappointed at the contents of the book. when you think of Venetian gardens, you have certain imagery in mind.

Many pictures in the book don't even look professionally done. lots of gardens featured are at the best average.