Aslet, Clive
The Story of the Country House: A History of Places and People
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300267600
- author:
- Aslet, Clive
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Story of the Country House: A History of Places and People By Clive Aslet Yale University Press, 2023 This authoritative account explores the evolution of Britain's country houses, from their origins to their current status. The story is one of transformation, shaped by changing politics, economics, and social context. From the grand architectural masterpieces like Hardwick Hall and Chatsworth, to those lost to war and decline, Clive Aslet reveals the captivating stories behind individual houses and their occupants. He also introduces a cast of characters, including architects who left their mark on these buildings, and owners with their own unique obsessions and sources of wealth. Aslet takes a fresh look at this enduringly popular building type, exploring why it continues to hold such fascination for us today.
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