Central Park, An American Masterpiece: A Comprehensive History of the Nation's First Urban Park Hardcover – 1 May 2003

this is a great book. not only lots of pictures but the story, drama, politics, creative genius, and technical innovation that went into the creation of central park is a fascinating story. i purchased this as a gift to a dear friend with whom i spent many happy memories in central park a very long time ago. so before boxing it up, i thought i'd look at the pix and just skim some of the text. but then i couldn't put it down. so well written.

Love the book - excellent information and history. Beautiful pictures. Now need a week in the park to walk through and appreciate what I have just read.Barb

Central Park reigns supreme as the world's greatest urban park and by a very long way. To find, explore, relax in and experience the verdant exuberances of this large island of calm and serenity surrounded by towering edifices, cacophonous noises, and maddening milling humanity is truly wonderous.The author, a photographer and official historian for The Central Park Conservancy has produced a captivating story of this green miracle complemented by her photographs, and original plans and drawings.If you cannot get to visit Central Park, and everyone should try if humanly and economically possible, then this publication is next best.

Excellent book. Well written, well researched. Great photos. Would highly recommend as a gift idea.

Excellent book - as comprehensive an overview of the park as I've seen.