The English House Through Seven Centuries
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Olive Cook
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Overlook Press, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This authoritative volume chronicles the architectural and social evolution of domestic dwellings across England, spanning seven centuries of design and habitation. It presents a comprehensive study, detailing how changing societal structures, technological advancements, and aesthetic preferences shaped the homes of various classes. Cook illustrates the intricate relationship between the inhabitants and their living spaces, from medieval manor houses to Georgian estates and beyond. The narrative uncovers the stories embedded within these structures, offering a vivid panorama of English life through its most intimate settings. This engaging work provides an insightful account for anyone interested in architectural history or the cultural heritage of England.
Author: Olive Cook
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Overlook Press, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This authoritative volume chronicles the architectural and social evolution of domestic dwellings across England, spanning seven centuries of design and habitation. It presents a comprehensive study, detailing how changing societal structures, technological advancements, and aesthetic preferences shaped the homes of various classes. Cook illustrates the intricate relationship between the inhabitants and their living spaces, from medieval manor houses to Georgian estates and beyond. The narrative uncovers the stories embedded within these structures, offering a vivid panorama of English life through its most intimate settings. This engaging work provides an insightful account for anyone interested in architectural history or the cultural heritage of England.