Discover how Glasgow’s public parks evolved from common lands into cherished civic spaces, shaping a city’s landscape and culture.
The book traces the long history of Glasgow’s green places, from the early common lands that sustained the burgh to the modern parks residents enjoy today. It weaves together political decisions, landscape changes, and community pride, highlighting Glasgow Green, Queen’s Park, and Victoria Park as central journeys in the city’s public life.
Readers will see how practical needs—grazing, washing, and defense against flooding—gave way to careful planning, tree planting, and planned ornamentation. The narrative combines local lore, historical records, and vivid descriptions of park improvements, open spaces, and notable features that define these urban parks.
Ideal for readers interested in urban history, public spaces, and how parks reflect a city’s growth and values.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive history of the development and evolution of Glasgow's public parks. The author traces the story of these green spaces, from their humble origins as common lands used for grazing and washing clothes, through to their transformation into the beautiful and beloved parks they are today. The book explores the themes of urban planning, public health, and the role of parks in the social and cultural life of the city. It also examines the challenges and opportunities facing the parks in the 21st century. Through this detailed and engaging account, the book sheds light on the significance of Glasgow's public parks as invaluable assets to the city and its people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333529826_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333529826
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333529826
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)