Philistines at the Hedgerow: Passion and Property in the Hamptons
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Author: Steven Gaines
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 336
This is a social history of one of the most exclusive and unusual enclaves in America, the Hamptons. The author weaves together the stories of the Hamptons' mansions and millionaires, told through the lives of those who have lived there. Both a contemporary portrait of the Hamptons and a historical narrative, the book examine real estate and the relationship between property and personality and traces the history of the Hamptons from the original Indian tribes who once fished and hunted the land there, to the polo players who ride it today.
Author: Steven Gaines
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 336
This is a social history of one of the most exclusive and unusual enclaves in America, the Hamptons. The author weaves together the stories of the Hamptons' mansions and millionaires, told through the lives of those who have lived there. Both a contemporary portrait of the Hamptons and a historical narrative, the book examine real estate and the relationship between property and personality and traces the history of the Hamptons from the original Indian tribes who once fished and hunted the land there, to the polo players who ride it today.
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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.
Author: Steven Gaines
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 336
This is a social history of one of the most exclusive and unusual enclaves in America, the Hamptons. The author weaves together the stories of the Hamptons' mansions and millionaires, told through the lives of those who have lived there. Both a contemporary portrait of the Hamptons and a historical narrative, the book examine real estate and the relationship between property and personality and traces the history of the Hamptons from the original Indian tribes who once fished and hunted the land there, to the polo players who ride it today.
Author: Steven Gaines
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 336
This is a social history of one of the most exclusive and unusual enclaves in America, the Hamptons. The author weaves together the stories of the Hamptons' mansions and millionaires, told through the lives of those who have lived there. Both a contemporary portrait of the Hamptons and a historical narrative, the book examine real estate and the relationship between property and personality and traces the history of the Hamptons from the original Indian tribes who once fished and hunted the land there, to the polo players who ride it today.
Philistines at the Hedgerow: Passion and Property in the Hamptons