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Parks for the People: How Frederick Law Olmsted Designed America

by Elizabeth Partridge Author and Becca Stadtlander Illustrator

This explores the life and work of the designer of Central Park and the landscape of the United States Capitol building. Olmsted, a passionate and adventurous individual, was inspired by nature and the growing world. He won a contest for the best park design for Central Park in New York City, becoming the father of landscape architecture. Olmsted designed parks across America, including Yosemite National Park and the grounds for the United States Capitol.

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