Chinese Gardens\n\nAn illustrated introduction to the creation of Chinese gardens through history and their distinctive combination of nature, philosophy and art.\n\nQingxi Lou (Author)\n\n9780521186612, Cambridge University Press\n\nPaperback / softback, published 25 August 2011\n\n176 pages\n23 x 15.7 x 1.1 cm, 0.32 kg\n\nChina is renowned for its enchanting, tranquil gardens, designed to reflect both the charm of nature and the ancient Chinese view of life. Chinese Gardens explores the creation of classical gardens through history, discussing the theories and artistic conception behind these gardens and the development of diverse regional styles. Lou Qingxi provides a comprehensive introduction to the distinctive combination of nature, philosophy and art that is unique to Chinese gardens, complemented with full color illustrations throughout.\n\nPreface\n 1. Landscape gardens\n 2. Private gardens of the Ming and Qing dynasties\n 3. Magnificent imperial gardens\n 4. Masters of gard]