Landscape and Vision in Nineteenth Century Britain and France by Michael Charlesworth, hardback published by Ashgate. ISBN 978-0-7546-5664-7, price 55.00 from www.ashgate.com
This scholarly treatment of landscape encompasses the wider field of interpretation, drawing on poetry, paintings, novels and more to deliver a unique perception of its subject. I was intrigued to find the mention of Hoober Stand and the Wentworth Woodhouse Estate as it is only a stone’s throw away from where I reside. Also to read about one of England’s most fascinating gardens – Biddulph Grange.
Designed to make you think more about your surroundings and see the broader perspective and perhaps the reasoning behind the landscapes that are often taken for granted as pure pleasure; this book will make you re-think what you see. Landscape is seen in its socio-political environment.
A nicely bound A5 book with just 16 black and white photographs and a 16 colour plates. Rather over-priced but an interesting read.