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The Enduring Genius of Frederick Law Olmsted

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Can a 19th-century landscape architect help us address the sustainability challenges of our time? If we’re talking about Frederick Law Olmsted, the genius behind Central Park, the grounds of the U.S. Capitol, and other iconic green spaces, then the answer’s a resounding yes.

In The Enduring Genius of Frederick Law Olmsted, you’ll learn about the iconic landscape architect’s incredible life—and ponder his incredible legacy. You’ll explore his work as a designer of some breathtaking natural landscapes (as well as some of the painful failures he had to endure along the way). You’ll also consider Olmsted’s efforts to address the momentous challenges of his century, including the Civil War, and the vital role he played in the most transformative period in American history.

How can people, entrenched in a highly mobile and individualistic society, develop a solid sense of community? How can we grow our cities without destroying the environment around them? What ideas offer a rock-solid foundation for sustainable communities and civilizations?

Frederick Law Olmsted knew. And now, with this Audible Original, so will you.

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About the Creator and Performer

Elen Feuerriegel, PhD, is a Lecturer in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Washington, Seattle.
Elen’s research focuses on functional morphology and evolutionary biomechanics with special interest in the upper limb (shoulder and elbow) and hand. She uses kinematics and kinetics, shape analysis, and medical imaging techniques to answer questions about human movement and evolution. Elen is also one of the scientists responsible for excavating and describing Homo naledi, a new species of fossil hominin found in the Rising Star cave system in the Cradle of Humankind, South Africa.
Outside of her research, Elen is passionate about science education outreach and promoting the work of women in STEM fields. She maintains a strong program of science outreach among elementary, middle, and high schools locally and internationally. Her outreach is aimed at introducing elementary through high school students to the main "characters" of human evolution science (both extant and extinct), fostering a deeper understanding of evolutionary principles, and addressing common misunderstandings of human origins.

Timely Information • Historical Context • Compelling Story • Enduring Treasures • Lasting Impact

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I enjoyed the perspective of these lectures . The content was presented cohesively and in chronological order.

Interesting and informative.

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Short and sweet story of a great man who created enduring treasures and set standards for the benefit of all.

Interesting and impressive

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This has great content and great delivery. Talks about how society got where it is and how it can improve

Great content, great delivery

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The man was far, far ahead of his time, and so very much more than the builder of Central Park. A very short, extremely sweet listen delivered by the author, replete with historical context. Restores faith in the power of good work, and great works

An Enduring Genius, Indeed

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I love the author’s enthusiasm and contagious enjoyment of Olmsted and his work. I was amazed to learn that it was Olmsted’s visionary thoughts about conservation and what humans need to thrive in urban environments was the inspiration for Central Park and so many other green spaces in our cities. Loved this book!

Great listen!

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