Summer Cottages and Castles
| Author | : Patricia Corbin |
| Publisher | : Plume Books |
| Total Pages | : 168 |
| Release | : 1987-09-30 |
| Genre | : Architecture |
| ISBN | : 9780525483571 |
Summer Cottages And Castles
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Highland Retreats
| Author | : Mary Miers |
| Publisher | : Rizzoli Publications |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2017-05-30 |
| Genre | : House & Home |
| ISBN | : 0847844765 |
Featuring breathtaking photographs of some of Scotland’s most remarkable and little-known houses, this book tells the story of how incomers adopted the North of Scotland as a recreational paradise and left an astonishing legacy of architecture and decoration inspired by the romanticized image of the Highlands. Known as shooting lodges because they were designed principally to accommodate the parties of guests that flocked north for the annual sporting season, these houses range from Picturesque cottages ornées and Scotch Baronial castles to Arts and Crafts mansions and modern eco-lodges. While their designs respond to some of Britain’s wildest and most stirring landscapes, inside many were equipped with the latest domestic technology and boasted opulent decoration and furnishings from the smartest London and Parisian firms. A good number survive little altered in their original state, and some are still owned by descendants of the families that built them. Images from the famous Country Life Picture Library and specially commissioned photographs evoke the dramatic settings and arresting detail of these houses, making the book as appealing to decorators and architectural historians as it is to travelers and sportsmen.
The Bee Cottage Story
| Author | : Frances Schultz |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 401 |
| Release | : 2015-07-07 |
| Genre | : House & Home |
| ISBN | : 1632208644 |
Inspired by Frances Schultz’s popular House Beautiful magazine series on the makeover of her East Hampton house, Bee Cottage, what began as a decorating book evolved into a memoir combining the best elements of both: beautiful photos and a compelling personal story. Schultz taps into what she learned during her renovations of Bee Cottage—determining how each area in the house and garden would be used and furnished—to unravel the question of how a mature, intelligent, successful woman could have made such a mess of her personal life. As she figures out each room over a period of years, Frances finds a new path in life, also a continual process. She comes to learn that, like decorating a home, our lives must adapt to who we are and what we need at different points along the way. The Bee Cottage Story is part memoir, part home decorating guide. Frances discusses the kinds of useful, commonsense design issues that professionals take for granted and the rest of us just may not think of, prompting the reader to examine and discover her own “truth” in decorating—and in her life.
Classic Cottages
| Author | : Brian Coleman |
| Publisher | : Gibbs Smith Publishers |
| Total Pages | : 160 |
| Release | : 2004 |
| Genre | : Architecture |
| ISBN | : 1586853325 |
Takes a close-up look at the design, architectural details, decorating possiblities, furnishings, and accessories of a wide array of cottages throughout North America, along with 170 full-color photographs and a host of historical and cultural trivia about the cottage home.
The Blue Castle: a novel
| Author | : L. M. Montgomery |
| Publisher | : Prabhat Prakashan |
| Total Pages | : 214 |
| Release | : 2024-10-29 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : |
The Blue Castle: A Novel, a captivating story by L. M. Montgomery, invites readers into a world of longing, self-discovery, and the pursuit of happiness. Set against the enchanting backdrop of the Canadian wilderness, this novel follows the journey of Valancy Stirling, a young woman trapped in a life devoid of joy and freedom. When Valancy learns that she has a terminal illness, she makes a bold decision to break free from societal expectations and embrace life on her own terms. What if you could cast aside the burdens of convention and follow your heart's desires? Montgomery’s compelling narrative leads readers through Valancy’s transformation as she discovers love, adventure, and the true meaning of happiness. The Blue Castle: A Novel is celebrated for its lyrical prose and rich character development. Valancy's quest for authenticity and connection resonates with readers of all ages, reminding us that it's never too late to pursue our dreams and redefine our lives. Montgomery’s vivid descriptions and heartfelt storytelling create an immersive reading experience that lingers long after the final page. Readers are drawn to The Blue Castle: A Novel for its timeless themes of courage, love, and self-acceptance. This book is an essential read for anyone seeking inspiration to break free from limitations and explore the beauty of life’s possibilities. It encourages us to look within and uncover the vibrant colors of our own personal 'blue castle.' Don't miss the chance to embark on this enchanting journey of self-discovery and transformation. Purchase The Blue Castle: A Novel now and let Valancy’s inspiring story ignite your own quest for fulfillment and joy!
View from the Veranda
| Author | : Phil Porter |
| Publisher | : Mackinac State Historic Parks |
| Total Pages | : 128 |
| Release | : 2006 |
| Genre | : Architecture |
| ISBN | : |
Invites us along for an inside look at the grand cottages of Mackinac Island, a uniquely Victorian island where cars are not allowed. This work contrasts fascinating historic photos with contemporary, full-color portraits to describe the development, architecture, and daily life of the summer cottage communities on Mackinac Island.
At Play in the Fields of the Lord
| Author | : Peter Matthiessen |
| Publisher | : Vintage |
| Total Pages | : 387 |
| Release | : 2012-05-02 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0307819647 |
In a malarial outpost in the South American rain forest, two misplaced gringos converge and clash in this novel from the National Book Award-winning author. Martin Quarrier has come to convert the elusive Niaruna Indians to his brand of Christianity. Lewis Moon, a stateless mercenary who is himself part Indian, has come to kill them on the behalf of the local comandante. Out of this struggle Peter Matthiessen creates an electrifying moral thriller—adapted into a movie starring John Lithgow, Kathy Bates, and Tom Waits. A novel of Conradian richness, At Play in the Fields of the Lord explores both the varieties of spiritual experience and the politics of cultural genocide.
The Edge of the Sea
| Author | : Rachel Carson |
| Publisher | : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
| Total Pages | : 308 |
| Release | : 1998 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 9780395924969 |
"The edge of the sea is a strange and beautiful place." A book to be read for pleasure as well as a practical identification guide, The Edge of the Sea introduces a world of teeming life where the sea meets the land. A new generation of readers is discovering why Rachel Carson's books have become cornerstones of the environmental and conservation movements. New introduction by Sue Hubbell. (A Mariner Reissue)
Crandalls' Castle
| Author | : Betty Ren Wright |
| Publisher | : Open Road Media |
| Total Pages | : 103 |
| Release | : 2015-07-07 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1504013468 |
Two girls suspect an abandoned mansion is haunted—but will anyone believe them before it’s too late? “[A] well-written, shivery ghost story” (Booklist). Beware! At first, Charli is excited about the Crandall family’s newest endeavor—fixing up the town’s old mansion and turn it into a bed-and-breakfast. She even volunteers to help. Then strange things begin to happen. Charli hears someone singing—but no one is there. She sees the shadow of a rocking cradle—but there is no cradle. And then she hears a baby crying, and crying. . . . Something terrible happened in the old house many years ago. And it may happen again, unless Charli can figure out how to stop the past from repeating itself.
