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Genius of Place: The Life of Frederick Law Olmsted

a cover of a book with a bearded man looking towards the left and a vine and the title Genius of Place
an open book with text and black and white illustrations of landscapes designed by Frederick Law Olmstead
a cover of a book with a bearded man looking towards the left and a vine and the title Genius of Place

Genius of Place: The Life of Frederick Law Olmsted

SKU #: 017718543736

The full and definitive biography of Frederick Law Olmsted, influential abolitionist, ardent social reformer and conservationist, and the visionary designer of Central Park. This book covers his momentous career, and his tragic personal life, to help us understand how his work is more relevant now than it’s ever been.

• Author: Justin Martin
• Genre: Non-fiction, Biography; New York City History
• 496 pages / 6 x 1.25 x 9 inches / 1.25 pounds

$21.99

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