Parks for the people how Frederick Law Olmsted designed America
"Frederick Law Olmsted longed to make the United States a better, more peaceful place for all, but he didn't know how. In a new country plagued by bitter political divisions, inequality, and greed, how could one person make a difference? Then Fred found his answer: he could build public parks. After...
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| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York, NY :
Viking, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC.,
2022.
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| Summary: | "Frederick Law Olmsted longed to make the United States a better, more peaceful place for all, but he didn't know how. In a new country plagued by bitter political divisions, inequality, and greed, how could one person make a difference? Then Fred found his answer: he could build public parks. After winning a contest to design central park in the heart of New York City, Fred went on to create visionary designs all across America, including Prospect Park in Boston, Yosemite National Park in California, and even the Capitol Grounds in Washington, DC, where democracy thrives to this day. Fred never stopped working toward his goal of creating common ground for everyone in America. Fred's parks were--and still are--designed for all" -- |
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| Physical Description: | 40 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (page 40). |
| ISBN: | 1984835157 9781984835154 |
| Author Notes: | Becca Stadtlander is an illustrator and fine artist inspired by the beauty of everyday objects, the comforts of home, and the lush colors and landscapes of far-off places. Her work is featured in children's and adult books, editorial publications, stationery, home-decor products, and book covers. She attended the Maryland Institute College of Art and currently lives and works in her hometown of Covington, Kentucky. |
