Very informative with good insight into the man as well as his works.
UM
9 January 2015
an elongated summary of olmsted's amazing hostory
The book was Very entertaining using stylistic but simple writing.
ME
3 January 2015
Solid history of a man who had great talent but didn't find his direction until mid-adulthood
Solid history of a man who had great talent but didn't find his direction until mid-adulthood.
XJ
27 December 2014
I am also amazed that he was so productive and lived so long
I am a fan of historical novels, especially those that straddle the late 19th, early 20th centuries.
VT
19 December 2014
Five Stars
He designed Central Park.
BK
29 November 2014
Great detailed biography of Olmsted along with the historical events ...
Great detailed biography of Olmsted along with the historical events that were instrumental in giving him the remarkable breath of vision and skills to pursue the nascent occupation of landscape architect..
EV
19 November 2014
very comprehensive
The book is very informative but not a quick read.
Genius of Place: The Life of Frederick Law Olmsted (A Merloyd Lawrence Book) Review
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20 August 2015Thoroughly enjoyed the book
Thoroughly enjoyed the book!
3 May 2015Read this biography!
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24 March 2015Loved the book
In depth biography of an incredible human being!
20 February 2015excellent bio of a fasinating man
Very informative with good insight into the man as well as his works.
9 January 2015an elongated summary of olmsted's amazing hostory
The book was Very entertaining using stylistic but simple writing.
3 January 2015Solid history of a man who had great talent but didn't find his direction until mid-adulthood
Solid history of a man who had great talent but didn't find his direction until mid-adulthood.
27 December 2014I am also amazed that he was so productive and lived so long
I am a fan of historical novels, especially those that straddle the late 19th, early 20th centuries.
19 December 2014Five Stars
He designed Central Park.
29 November 2014Great detailed biography of Olmsted along with the historical events ...
Great detailed biography of Olmsted along with the historical events that were instrumental in giving him the remarkable breath of vision and skills to pursue the nascent occupation of landscape architect..
19 November 2014very comprehensive
The book is very informative but not a quick read.