Lucy Worsley
If Walls Could Talk: An intimate history of the home
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571259540
- author:
- Lucy Worsley
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.6 x 3.2 cm
- Genre:
- Art, Architecture & Photography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
This intimate history of home life reveals the often-overlooked stories behind our most mundane habits and rituals. From the bedroom to the kitchen, Lucy Worsley explores the fascinating history of domestic life, uncovering surprising secrets about how people lived, interacted and interacted with their surroundings.
Worsley's engaging narrative takes us on a journey through the architectural history of each room, but focuses on the everyday activities that took place within them. We learn about the evolution of toilet habits, the social norms surrounding marriage and family, and the cultural attitudes towards cleanliness and hygiene.
By examining the often-neglected spaces of the home, Worsley offers a fresh perspective on the way we live our lives. This book will make you see your home with new eyes, and gain a deeper understanding of the complex social and cultural forces that have shaped our domestic habits over time.
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