To mark an exhibition at the Noirlac Abbey Cultural Centre several academics contribute chapters to this survey of the creation, purpose, cultivation and symbolism of the medieval garden.  Illustrated with many relevant drawings and reproductions taken from manuscripts of the period.  Also contains a substantial glossary, a gazetteer of French gardens to visit, and a bibliography as Appendices.  Paperback.  144 pages.  Text in French.  Bookplate of Sir Roy Strong, otherwise in near new condition.  Cat No 3791