Part of the "Writers' Britain" series, first published in the 1940s. This book offers a brief history of the English country house from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, and of the people who built and lived in them from common squires to kings and queens.
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"There is nothing quite like the English country house anywhere else in the world," the author proudly proclaims in this 1940 volume. Sackville-West here offers a history of British country homes presented in her own poetic style. The text is also buttressed with numerous color and black-and-white illustrations. Though not essential, this is a sweet little book nonetheless.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Delightful Overview of English Country Architecture,
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This review is from: English Country Houses (Writer's Britain Series) (Hardcover)
Vita Sackville-West gives us a delightful overview of the architecture of English country homes. She speaks with intimate familiarity of most of the major houses and with a clear point of view. Ms. Sackville-West is a wonderful, entertaining writer. The book is a must if you intend to visit English country homes. Even if you don't plan a trip to England, the book is a joy to read and helps you to view the residential architecture around you more clearly.
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