Monday, February 21, 2011

The English Country House

My two new favorite books

Both of these books were Christmas gifts from the Photographer.  He is well aware that I am a hopeless anglophile and, luckily for me, he has no objection to feeding my addiction.  I spent countless hours snuggled up on the sofa this past winter - sipping a cup of hot tea while I scrutinized each and every photograph and soaked in each and every word - making notes as I went along.

I highly recommend both of these books if you are interested in period architecture or decorating.  They are a literal feast of photographs that feature the architecture and interiors of English homes.  The different architectural types span over 7 centuries and range from charming cottages to grand Georgian and Palladian manor houses.

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