Country houses

COUNTRY HOUSES OF ENGLAND, SCOTLAND AND WALESBy Andrew GingerThis book is beautifully illustrated and offers concise appreciation of the country house, its history and the architecture. Divided into four sections. ‘Origins’ is 16 part exploration of the key aspects of these magnificent houses. From their architectural style and furnishings to below stirs, garden buildings, art and collections they house, continually changing social uses. Part II has four pages of maps. Pinpointing each of the houses in the gazetteer, showing principal roads.Part III ,gazetteer, is an alphabetical guide to 100 of the most outstanding country houses, together with the brief details of history and other features and also the directions for the visitors. Part IV is a kind of useful glossary of the architectural terms and a full index. Gorgeous color plates