The Victorian house comes in all shapes; sizes and materials. The legacy of this hugely influential era can be found in every region of England; from the majestic rows of gleaming white terraces in WestLondon to the grid of red-brick houses in northern mill towns. Using his own drawings; diagrams and photographs; the author; Trevor Yorke; explains; in an easy to understand manner; all aspects of the Victorian house andprovides a definitive guide for those who are renovating; tracing the history of their own house or are simply interested in this notable period. The book provides a background to different phases of design throughout theVictorian age from the 1830s to the early 1900s. Various areas are considered in detail; including the layout and use of rooms; fixtures and fittings; sources of heat and lighting; domestic machinery such as kitchen ranges andlaundry equipment; and gardens and outbuildings. Also included is a quick reference guide with notes on dating houses; recommended books; places to visit and a glossary of the less familiar architectural terms.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Bernini and his RomeBy ElaThis is a excellent book on Bernini and on Rome - from his point of view - in the 17th century. This is not a book about Berninis art per se. It is more a biography of the artist and a very interesting story about his personality and his relationships. Mormando has a lot of respect for his sources. and he stays strictly with the evidence he can get. When he does not have facts . he says so. We understand his sources . their motivations and reasons for writing what they do. When I wanted to look at some piece of work. i googled it. I have been to Rome many times. now I have a reason to go again. for I discovered through this book. a few more hidden treasures that this city has to offer.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Enjoying the BookBy OliverI was in Rome this summer and couldnt spend enough time gazing at Berninis work. I dont know anything about his life so I decided to check out this book. Its a slow read for me because its packed with detail about him. his family. his rivals. popes. Roman society. etc. but Im finding it very interesting.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A Life of Genius. Creation and ConflictBy SirinIt seems Rome has never been a simple or easy place to live. This life of one of its greatest geniuses paints that truth very well. Detailed and yet fascinatingly narrative. it tells an interesting story of a prodigious creator with a large if flawed personality. A nice panorama of the age as well.
