Charleston Gardens and the Landscape Legacy of Loutrel Briggs

Gorgeous photos give you an armchair peek into some of Charleston’s most beautiful and inviting private gardens, those designed by Mr Briggs. I especially like that his actual layout plans for some of them are also included. Although I live in very different gardening zone, I enjoyed the section on the plants that are widely used in Charleston gardens. In addition, my copy is a used one that was described as in “Very good” condition; in truth, it seems almost brand new. Thank you, seller!!!

I met Loutrel Briggs when I was a little Girl. My father, Frank Winslow Elliott was Loutrel's cousin. My husband and I have visited many of his gardens in Charleston and I own a copy of Loutrel's book "Charleston Gardens". I will welcome James Cothran's new book and savor his appreciation of the outstanding landscapes designed by artist, Briggs. Hopefully, his designs will be preserved for future generations. What a Treasure!!!! Joy Elliott Thacher

Beautiful photography

The price was phenomenal! Very pleased.

I have never returned a book, however, this is one of two that I am returning - both about Charleston gardens. Of the 210 pages of this book, 50% consisted of appendices and indexes. While there is excellent information about Loutrel Briggs, that 50% means nothing to the majority of people who garden and especially admire the gardens of Charleston. At half the price, this book would still be somewhat overpriced. Very disappointing!

Not just a pretty book!--a definitive history and guide to the glorious gardens of Charleston. Add this one to your collection.

I was disappointed. I wanted to see more examples of Mr. Briggs gardens as well as more landscape designs. I would not purchase this book again.

A good book with one fault: a large portion of the book consists of inventory lists for various landscaping projects without notes or explanation. Perhaps some judicious editing here would have helped. As a reader, I would have liked to learn more about Mr Briggs and see additional plans, drawings and photographs detailing his work.