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Marc Peter Keane

Of Arcs and Circles: Insights from Japan on Gardens, Nature, and Art

Of Arcs and Circles: Insights from Japan on Gardens, Nature, and Art

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Marc Peter Keane, a garden designer and writer based in Kyoto, offers insightful narratives about the world, revealing the essential meaning of gardens, art, trees, the torii gate, and the unity of the world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 180 pages
Publication date: 24 March 2022
Publisher: Stone Bridge Press


Marc Peter Keane, a garden designer and writer based in Kyoto, delves into the world around him, offering astonishing insights through a diverse range of narratives. He explores how the names of gardens reveal their profound essence, offering a fresh perspective on the art of garden design. Keane also redefines the concept of art, shedding light on its true nature. He delves into the composition of trees, revealing their intricate inner workings. Additionally, he unravels the enigmatic significance of the torii gate, found at Shinto shrines, shedding light on its religious and cultural importance. Keane also examines the tradition of giving flowers as gifts, exploring the emotional and symbolic connections behind this practice. Finally, he reveals the underlying unity of the world, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all beings and the interconnectedness of nature.

Marc Peter Keane, a garden designer and writer based in Kyoto, delves into the world around him, offering astonishing insights through a diverse range of narratives. He explores how the names of gardens reveal their profound essence, offering a fresh perspective on the art of garden design. Keane also redefines the concept of art, shedding light on its true nature. He delves into the composition of trees, revealing their intricate inner workings. Additionally, he unravels the enigmatic significance of the torii gate, found at Shinto shrines, shedding light on its religious and cultural importance. Keane also examines the tradition of giving flowers as gifts, exploring the emotional and symbolic connections behind this practice. Finally, he reveals the underlying unity of the world, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all beings and the interconnectedness of nature.


Dimension: 215 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781611720723

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