This inspirational book is a lavishly illustrated survey of more than sixty major gardens in every part of Italy, from the lakes north of Milan down to Ravello in the south. They include the Villa Balbianello, Isola Bella, Giardini Giusti, Villa Medici, Villa Gamberaia, La Mortella, Villa Lante, Villa d'Este, Giardini di Ninfa, plus some important modern gardens. All the gardens featured are open to the public. It is an inspirational survey of old and new Italian gardens and a practical travel guide which features beautiful, specially-commissioned photographs of Italy's best-loved gardens.

About the Author

Ann Laras works for a television company in Stockholm. She has travelled extensively throughout Italy, visiting as many historic and modern gardens as possible.