GARDENS

Abstract

WHEN TO TEACH: In a chronologically-organized course, Gardens should not be taught before the Ming dynasty, when these sorts of gardens became an important part of the life of the elite, at least in the Jiangnan area. If both Homes and Gardens are used in the class, it would be better to do Homes first as it introduces concepts elaborated on in Gardens. This unit could also be used in a course on Chinese art.