The Garden Squares of Boston

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Summary: A Must For Any Student Of Urban History/Planning
Review: Bravo and many thanks to Goodman for her painstaking research and careful compilation of an important slice of not just Boston history, but also of urban planning generally (and sometimes the lack of planning). Unlike many well researched monographs, this one is a fast read and the addition of a multitude of photos/drawings adds tremendously to the work. Read this book before you take any tour of Boston; you'll understand and appreciate what you see a whole lot more. I heartily recommend this one and look forward to more from the author.

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Summary: A Must For Any Student Of Urban History/Planning
Review: This book provides a unique perspective on the history of Boston's garden squares. It is well-researched and carefully crafted. After providing a thorough and comprehensive historical background of these garden squares, the book compels the reader to assess not only the need for preservation of these treasures, but to also contemplate the urgency of careful urban planning in the future.

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Summary: Unique and thought-provoking
Review: This book provides a unique perspective on the history of Boston's garden squares. It is well-researched and carefully crafted. After providing a thorough and comprehensive historical background of these garden squares, the book compels the reader to assess not only the need for preservation of these treasures, but to also contemplate the urgency of careful urban planning in the future.

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Summary: Well researched and carefully written.
Review: This book was my first introduction to the garden squares of Boston, and opened my eyes to their rich and fascinating history. I've heard the author speak about garden squares, and she is clearly *the* authority on the subject. I've found that these books make great gifts for family and friends who are interested in either gardening, Boston's history, or city landscaping.