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| Author | Gilpin, William, 1724-1804 |
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| Editor | Hunt, John Dixon, 1936- |
| Title | A Dialogue upon the Gardens of the Right Honorouble the Lord Viscount Cobham at Stow in Buckinghamshire |
| Series Title | Augustan Reprint Society, publication number 176 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "A Dialogue Upon the Gardens of the Right Honourable the Lord Viscount Cobham" by William Gilpin is an account of a visit to the famous gardens at Stowe, written in the mid-18th century. The text takes the form of a dialogue between two characters, Polypthon and Callophilus, who express differing perspectives on art and nature as they explore the landscape. The book dives into themes of aesthetic pleasure, the interplay between natural beauty and human artistry, and the evolving taste in garden design during that period. The opening of the dialogue introduces us to Polypthon, who is filled with excitement upon entering the gardens and immediately exclaims his admiration for the views. Callophilus, his companion, offers a more detailed observation that suggests a deeper connection to the artistry behind the scene. As they traverse the gardens, they engage in discussions about the art depicted in the decorations, the significance of the natural and artificial elements, and the philosophical meaning behind various structures. Their conversation reflects broader themes of the Enlightenment, aiming to reconcile different tastes and approaches to beauty while showcasing the celebrated gardens of Stowe as a prime example of the picturesque movement. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Cobham, Richard Temple, Viscount, 1669?-1749 |
| Subject | Landscape gardening -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39929 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 79 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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