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#76669 in Books Gross Steve 2016-09-13 2016-09-13Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 11.00 x 1.10 x 8.80l; .0 #File Name: 1423638514208 pagesHistoric Charleston the Lowcountry
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Beautiful photo essay of important Charleston housesBy Jon L AlbeeNot to be confused with its cousin-publication and much more expensive; THE PRESERVATION OF CHARLESTON; this book is a truly lovely presentation of a representative sample of Charleston houses; interiors; and gardens. Despite some well-written chapters at the front of the book describing some unique features of Charleston architecture (such as wrought iron; churches; gardens; etc...); this book is; without question; about the photography. As such; you really need to buy the hardcover edition of the book and steer well clear of the e-book.The selection of sites is; as you would expect; far from comprehensive; but is a lovely representative sample of important structures nonetheless. The photography is a nearly perfect balance of exterior; interior; and detail shots that form a beautiful and engaging photo essay. My gauge for books like this is if I can truly get the feeling for a place while browsing; and this book delivers. You're immersed in Charleston. It works.The framing text is minimal; giving only the most summary historical contexts to help understand the life of the structures. One of the things I learned about some of the houses in Charleston is that quite a few of the outbuildings at a given homesite may actually predate the primary structure itself. I had never thought of that before and; in fact; the building on the cover of the book is one such structure.The book is not intended to be an academic study or a tool for practicing professionals. It's intended to appeal to the general public with more than a passing interest in the fascinating buildings that make Charleston the national treasure it really is.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. just beautifulBy Jan JLove this book. I've visited Charleston twice and out of all the picture books on Charleston; I like this one best.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. What a beautiful book! The photography is wonderfulBy CustomerWhat a beautiful book! The photography is wonderful. I want to jump on a plane and go right down to Charleston today.
