Homes And Gardens In Old Virginia (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163449981)

Homes and Gardens in Old Virginia is a book written by Frances Archer Christian that provides a comprehensive look at the historic homes and gardens of Virginia. The book is divided into two sections: the first section focuses on the homes themselves, while the second section explores the gardens and landscapes that surround them.In the first section, Christian provides detailed descriptions of the architecture, interior design, and furnishings of some of Virginia's most notable historic homes. She also delves into the history of each home, discussing the families who lived there and the events that took place within their walls.The second section of the book is dedicated to the gardens and landscapes that surround these homes. Christian provides a detailed look at the various plants, flowers, and trees that can be found in these gardens, as well as the design principles that were used to create them. She also discusses the various garden styles that were popular in Virginia during different time periods, from formal gardens to more naturalistic landscapes.Throughout the book, Christian's writing is accompanied by beautiful illustrations and photographs that help bring the homes and gardens to life. Homes and Gardens in Old Virginia is a must-read for anyone interested in the history, architecture, and horticulture of this iconic American state.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Frances Archer Christian
ISBN-10: 1163449989
ISBN-13: 9781163449981
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 392
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.64lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d