Boston Park Guide: Including the Municipal and Metropolitan Systems of Greater Boston (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Sylvester Baxter

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266793991 ISBN 13: 9780266793991

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore Boston’s public parks and parkways, from the heart of the city to the suburban shorelines.

This comprehensive guide presents the municipal and metropolitan park systems that shape Greater Boston, with maps, official illustrations, and authoritative details meant for visitors and residents alike.

Structured around the two main park networks, the book explains how Boston’s park system grew, why its design stands out, and where to find the best scenery and recreation. It also highlights key avenues, parkways, and beloved spaces, offering practical context for access and enjoyment.

• Learn how the city’s parks blend landscape design with recreational functions, connected by a grand parkway system.
• Discover major sites like Commonwealth Avenue, the Parkway, and theCharlesbank, plus other municipal parks and metropolitan reservations.
• Get practical guidance on access, streets, and points of interest for sightseeing, strolling, biking, boating, and leisure.
• Gain historical insight into the development, architects, and planning ideas that shaped Boston’s open spaces.

Ideal for readers of urban planning, local history, and travelers seeking a thorough, era-spanning look at Boston’s parks and their role in city life.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266793991
• ISBN 13: 9780266793991
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 126