From the grand majesty of the Breakers to the beautiful proportions of Rosecliff; these houses are enduring reminders of the architectural flowering of the Gilded Age.Where the salty air mingles with the far-off laughter of women in ball gowns; the houses of the Newport Cliff Walk preside in grandeur over the crashing waves below. Walking along the paved trail; it�s easy to imagine the faintest hint of a waltz coming from the windows of Beechwood; or to envision the Duchess of Windsor�s carriage arriving for a visit at Fairholme. Ed Morris takes you on a tour of twenty-four historic mansions and landmarks; entertaining along the way with tales of splendor and style; social maneuvering and matchmaking.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Maria G.beautiful book; thank you!8 of 9 people found the following review helpful. Wonderful evocation of Nadar and of Paris of the 19th ...By FerenkWonderful evocation of Nadar and of Paris of the 19th century. However; I find it incredible that this book about a great photographer and his work does not contain a single photograph; except for the front cover photo of Nadar. Not one photograph in the book!!!0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Adam LeFevreRemarkably applicable to the conundrums of our present day --historical; phenomological; scientific; poetic; ephemoral.
