Isbn: 9780260404862 - the origin development of rochester's park system (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive and detailed history of Rochester's remarkable urban park system, exploring its origins and development from its humble beginnings in the late 19th century to its present-day status as a cherished recreational and cultural asset for the city's residents. The author traces the efforts of dedicated citizens and visionary park commissioners who, despite significant challenges and opposition, persevered in their mission to create and preserve these green spaces for the benefit of the community. The book delves into the park system's formative years, highlighting the challenges and successes of securing land, designing landscapes, and establishing funding mechanisms. It then delves into the "economic stage" of the park system's development, showcasing the growth and expansion of the parks through increased financial support and the introduction of amenities that enhanced their functionality and appeal. Finally, the book examines the park system's era of maturity and demonstration, exploring the creation of specialized features such as horticultural displays, zoological collections, and educational programs that transformed the parks into vital community hubs for recreation, education, and cultural enrichment. The author concludes by emphasizing the enduring legacy of Rochester's park system, which stands as a testament to the power of civic vision and the transformative impact of urban green spaces on the well-being and vitality of a city. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…