English Country Houses Open To The Public

By Ralph Dutton

Book Overview

English Country Houses Open To The Public is a comprehensive guidebook that provides readers with an in-depth look at some of the most beautiful and historic country houses in England that are open to the public. The book is written by Ralph Dutton, who was a noted author and expert on English country houses.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of English country houses, their history, and their architectural styles. It also includes a brief history of the families who owned these houses and the roles they played in English history.The second part of the book is a detailed guide to over 100 country houses that are open to the public. Each house is described in detail, with information on its history, architecture, and notable features. The guide also includes practical information such as opening hours, admission fees, and directions.The book is beautifully illustrated with over 200 photographs and drawings, which showcase the beauty and grandeur of these magnificent houses. It is an essential guide for anyone interested in English history, architecture, or simply looking to explore some of the most stunning country houses in England.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163807907
• ISBN13: 9781163807903
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"