From the sumptuous lakeshore to the inner city these images capture the lightcolor and mood of our public spaces throughout the changing seasons. FrederickLaw O... » 

From the sumptuous lakeshore to the inner city these images capture the lightcolor and mood of our public spaces throughout the changing seasons. FrederickLaw Olmsteds and Jens Jensens vision of a garden in a city is reflectedwithin the pages of this book. The images at once subtly incorporate andcontrast the natural landscape within the urban landscape. The Prairiestylearchitecture that is found in many of Chicagos parks is both a reflection ofthe natural prairie and a reminder of the concrete urban landscape within whichthe parks are located. These fullcolor photographs of Chicagos wellknown andlesservisited parks make a perfect gift for those who enjoy outdoor spaces orgardens or for those who fondly remember the parks of their Chicago youth. Thetotality of these images is an eloquent visual portrait of the origins of ourbold and proud city from the vast wilderness of the midwestern prairie. FrankDina has brought about an impressive rediscovery and reaffirmation of theseislands of peace beauty and tranquillity amidst the bustle and dynamism thatis Chicago. «