In addition to color images from the National Park Service collections, this book also provides brief overviews of some of the site collections, information on artists, and the art collectors.

In 300 visits over 25 years, QT Luong ventured deep into each of America's 61 national parks. Art book and guidebook in one, Treasured Lands: A Photographic Odyssey Through America's National Parks presents the photographer's explorations in a sumptuous gallery complemented with informative notes on nature, travel, and image making. Together, they invite photographers and nature lovers to trace his steps to both iconic landscapes and rarely seen remote views. Winner of six national book awards.

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Korea with our latest release, "Korea's Treasured Landscapes: A Journey Through 100 Beloved Destinations." This meticulously crafted book invites readers to explore the diverse tapestry of Korea's cultural, historical, and natural wonders. From the bustling urban landscapes to the tranquil beauty of serene mountains and picturesque coastlines, each page unfolds a new chapter in the story of Korea. Delve into the rich heritage of the nation as you traverse the vibrant streets of Seoul, meander through ancient temples, and witness the breathtaking landscapes that have captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. Our book goes beyond the surface, offering insights into the unique stories, traditions, and significance behind each destination. As you flip through the pages, you'll discover the dynamic fusion of modernity and tradition, experience the warm hospitality of the Korean people, and gain a profound understanding of the places that define the cultural identity of this remarkable nation. The stunning visuals, accompanied by insightful narratives, provide a comprehensive guide for both seasoned travelers and those planning their first visit. Whether you're an avid explorer seeking hidden gems or an armchair traveler dreaming of future adventures, "Korea's Treasured Landscapes" promises to be an immersive and visually captivating experience. This book is more than a guide; it's an ode to the beauty, history, and soul-stirring landscapes that make Korea a destination like no other. Join us on this literary expedition and let the pages of this book inspire your wanderlust, as we celebrate the 100 beloved destinations that showcase the best of Korea.

From the busy streets of Tokyo to the secluded shores of Kyushu, from the volcanoes of Hokkaido to the temples of Kyoto, the treasured landscapes of Japan are brought to life in this concise visual guide. Drawing upon years of observation, Cotton Mather, P.P. Karan, and Shigeru Iijima explore the complex interaction of culture, time, and space in the evolution of landscapes in Japan. The authors begin with a discussion of the landscape's general characteristics, including paucity of idle land, scarcity of level land, and its meticulous organization and immaculate nature. They then apply those characteristics to such favorite subjects as home gardens, sculpted plants, and flower arrangements, but also to more mundane matters such as roadside shoulders, utility lines, and walled urban areas. This unique blending of physical and social sciences with humanities perspectives offers a unified analysis of the Japanese landscape.

American landscapes are some of the best-known images in the world: we recognize Niagara Falls, the Grand Canyon, the Manhattan skyline, and the streets of San Francisco in a thousand advertisements and TV shows. But how have these places come to be as they are, and why are some places familiar while others are quite unknown? The American Landscape introduces the reader to the changing face of the American environment, tracing the way in which the present array of forests and farms, parks and superhighways, cities and suburbs have come about, and how these changes have been thought about, painted, turned into movie sets, etc.

Phenomenology, Materiality, Cybernetics, Palimpsest, Cyborgs, Landscape Urbanism, Typology, Semiotics, Deconstruction - the minefield of theoretical ideas that students must navigate today can be utterly confusing, and how do these theories translate to the design studio? Landscape Theory in Design introduces theoretical ideas to students without the use of jargon or an assumption of extensive knowledge in other fields, and in doing so, links these ideas to the processes of design. In five thematic chapters Susan Herrington explains: the theoretic groundings of the theory of philosophy, why it matters to design, an example of the theory in a work of landscape architecture from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, debates surrounding the theory (particularly as they elaborate modern and postmodern thought) and primary readings that can be read as companions to her text. An extensive glossary of theoretical terms also adds a vital contribution to students’ comprehension of theories relevant to the design of landscapes and gardens. Covering the design of over 40 landscape architects, architects, and designers in 111 distinct projects from 20 different countries, Landscape Theory in Design is essential reading for any student of the landscape.