Books by Todd Longstaffe-Gowan

A highly original examination of a series of unique gardens made by English eccentrics from the seventeenth to the early twentieth centuries

Modern-day London abounds with a multitude of gardens, enclosed by railings and surrounded by houses, which attest to the English love of nature. This title delves into the history, evolution, and social implications of squares, which have been an important element in the planning and expansion of London since the early 17th century.

An account of the development of the private garden in London. Recognizing the contribution of domestic gardens to the texture of 18th-and early 19th-century London, the author explores in detail the small gardens, their owners and their significance to the development of the metropolis.