A Dissertation On Oriental Gardening (1773) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781166447854 : 1166447855 : 10 Sep 2010 : ""A Dissertation on Oriental Gardening"" is a book written by William Chambers in 1773. The book is an exploration of the principles and practices of gardening in the East, particularly in China and Japan. Chambers was an architect and garden designer who had traveled extensively throughout Asia, and his book reflects his firsthand experiences and observations of the gardens he encountered there.The book is divided into four parts, each of which explores a different aspect of Oriental gardening. The first part provides an overview of the history and philosophy of Eastern gardening, including discussions of the influence of Confucianism and Taoism on garden design. The second part focuses on the practical aspects of garden design, including the use of water, rocks, and plants to create different effects.The third part of the book is devoted to the art of garden ornamentation,