Washington's Gardens at Mount Vernon: Landscape of the Inner Man

by Mac Griswold, Roger Foley (Photographer)

More than 150 full-color photographs explore the wonderful gardens at Mount Vernon in a study--based on eighteenth-century archival material--that reveals the little known aspect of America's first president as a landscaper, farmer, and gardener. 20,000 first printing. First serial, House Beautiful. Tour.

Genres: Gardening, History

192 pages, Hardcover

First published May 15, 1999

Reviews

[Laurie Wheeler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful photography with interesting details of how George Washington transformed his garden from Old World to New World to make a revolutionary statement. Also some tips for home gardeners.

[William Chad · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good reminder concerning the gardens I have walked at Mount Vernon.....

[Katie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Beautiful pictures, decent descriptions about the gardens of Mount Vernon and insipid analysis of Washington's character. Really only for a Washington or gardening enthusiast with some extra time on their hands.

[Elizabeth · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's been a while since I read this one. If I remember correctly, I learned a lot about how Washington's view of life was reflected in the way he managed his plantations and his gardens.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

beautiful photography. Coffee Table book