"The Garden Against Time" by Olivia Laing
About this episode
Olivia Laing discusses her book 'The Garden Against Time', exploring the history and significance of gardens.
When Olivia Laing began the work of restoring a centuries-old garden in England, she had time to think about the history and legacy of gardens. Her book “The Garden Against Time”, is a beautiful account of gardens, not as a refuge from the world, but a place to encounter and discover.
People in this episode
Guest: Olivia Laing
Topics covered
- gardens
- history
- legacy
- restoration
- literature
Keywords
- gardens
- Olivia Laing
- restoration
- history
- literature
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