An introduction to landscape
By: by Peter J. Howard
Publisher: Ashgate Pub.
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Farnham, Surrey, England; Burlington, VT
Language: eng
Number of pages: 309
ISBN-13: 9781409403845; 9781409403838
Subjects: Landscape assessment; Nature (Aesthetics); Landscapes; Human geography; Cross-cultural studies; Protection; Landscape protection; Environmental management; Cultural property; National characteristics
Description: Landscape is visceral, not rational. It inspires deep emotion, and is very popular, although its meanings are varied. This text follows the development of the several threads of the concept of landscape as they have evolved across disciplines and across countries.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.