
ACFM Microdose: Gardening
Novara Media
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Gardens: A Historical Perspective
This chapter investigates the evolution of gardens as cultural symbols, examining their significance from ancient horticulture to modern agriculture. It discusses the transition from exclusive spaces for the wealthy to more public gardens and the aesthetic shifts intertwined with capitalist growth in Britain. The chapter also highlights the complex relationship between gardens, colonialism, and social power dynamics, challenging the perception of gardens as merely beautiful or apolitical spaces.
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