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Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. Repaired tear on back of dustcover not that noticable. Hardcover. English. See images for condition.

About the book >.>.> Shropshire England?s largest inland county boasts a remarkable array of historic country houses reflecting the diverse backgrounds of their owners?from local gentry to merchants linked to bustling trade hubs like Liverpool Manchester and London. This book transcends traditional architectural analysis offering a multifaceted exploration of these estates. While the architecture is meticulously detailed author Gareth Williams uniquely weaves together the histories of the families who inhabited these homes their artistic sensibilities and the socio-economic landscapes that shaped their creation. Country houses he argues serve as barometers of national tastes mirroring the cultural and economic currents of their eras. The narrative also delves into sporting traditions decorative art collections and the vibrant social networks that animated these estates making it a vital resource not only for architecture enthusiasts but also for social historians genealogists and local history scholars. Gareth Williams who studied Art History at the University of Manchester focused his academic research on the architects and artisans behind Shropshire?s country houses. A former Regional Director at Sotheby?s he now serves as Curator & Head of Learning for the Weston Park Foundation located just across the Shropshire border in Staffordshire. His expertise bridges the worlds of heritage preservation and scholarly inquiry offering readers a richly layered perspective on England?s rural legacy. (OS)