Title: The garden lover's guide to Italy /
Authors: Hobhouse, Penelope.; Galletti, G.
Date: 1998
Publisher: Princeton Architectural Press,
Physical description: 144 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 25 cm.
Language: English
LC classification: S
Abstract: "This authoritative new series of guidebooks to the gardens of Europe is the perfect companion for any garden enthusiast, whether tourist or armchair traveler. Each title is a richly illustrated in-depth guide to over 100 gardens, from the famous to little-known hidden treasures, and features colorful photography and easy-to-read illustrations commissioned especially for this series. Also included are maps, directions, complete visitor information, special features, and neighboring sites of interest. Each guide, written by a gardening expert, begins with a comprehensive background on the country's garden history and local climate. The most significant gardens in each volume are featured in even greater detail, accompanied by illustrated plans of the gardens and close-up views of particular features. The numerous color photographs and maps show travelers what awaits at each garden." -- publisher website (August 2006).
Contents: Lake Como, Lake Maggiore & North West -- Lake Garda, the Veneto & the North East -- Tuscany & the Marches -- Rome & it Environs -- The South: Sicily & Naples.
Notes: Includes index. "Over 100 gardens from Boboli to Isola Bella"--Cover. Originally published: London : M. Beazley, 1998.
Subject headings (LCSH): Garden tours--Italy--Guidebooks.; Gardens--Italy--Guidebooks.