Favretti, Rudy J. — Jacob Weidenmann: Pioneer Landscape Architect

Hartford, Connecticut, Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation, 2007. Hardcover. Dark green cloth boards, black glossy dj with color illus. 192 pp. 24 color illustrations, 22 duotones and 10 bw plans and sketches. Presents an account of Wiedenmann's life (1829-1893) wit particular emphasis on his distinguished career. Includes two of his grandest projects, in Hartford, Connecticut -- Bushnell Park and Cedar Hill Cemetery -- along with the Grand Stair Plaza at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, and numerous others. Also covers his relationship with Frederick Law Olmsted, the architect of Central Park in New York City. VG+, slight bump to lower front corner.