A stunning tour of magnificent coastal gardens along the shores of the United States and Europe captures the rich diversity and beauty of these landscapes, which range from formal gardens to rambling designs that evolve naturally from the natural surroundings. 12,500 first printing.

Product Description: Unsuspected by passers-by, the rooftops of Paris are rich in gardens that float between the elegant streets and the sky. From "up here" fortunate Parisiennes cultivate elegant gardens and enjoy spectacular views of landmarks of their city-some can even dive into a pool...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: Lying behind the urban facade of Paris is a hidden landscape. In this book, now published in paperback, authors Alexandra dArnoux and Bruno de Laubadere guide us through a concealed, verdant world, unseen by most visitors to the city...read more

The author of Family Houses by the Sea focuses attention on the country home, celebrating its virtues and featuring various types and styles in words and images. 20,000 first printing.

Full-color photographs of beautiful houses and a personal and evocative text celebrate seaside life and the warmth of family traditions from California to France to Scandinavia. 20,000 first printing.