Through Colonial Doorways (eBook)

Enriched edition. Exploring the Legacy of Colonial Architecture in America

Anne Hollingsworth Wharton (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
122 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406642647-7 (EAN)

Infos

In "Through Colonial Doorways," Anne Hollingsworth Wharton elegantly explores the intricate tapestry of colonial America through the lens of domestic architecture and sociocultural transformation. This engaging work combines vivid descriptions with meticulous historical research, drawing parallels between architectural styles and the evolving identities of the early American settlers. Wharton's narrative weaves together biographical sketches and anecdotes, providing a rich context for understanding how colonial homes not only served as physical structures but also as reflections of social hierarchies and cultural influences in the early years of the nation. Anne Hollingsworth Wharton, a noted scholar of American history and architecture, has dedicated much of her career to studying the intersection of built environments and societal change. Her unique expertise and personal background, including her passion for historic preservation, inform her insightful analysis in this book. By incorporating elements of her own experiences and travels, Wharton brings an authentic voice to her scholarship, allowing readers to appreciate the significance of the historic homes that shaped America's cultural heritage. "Through Colonial Doorways" is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, architecture, or the complex narratives of identity formation in colonial society. Wharton's eloquent prose and thorough scholarship invite readers to step into the past, making the book both an enlightening resource and a captivating narrative that will resonate with historians, students, and enthusiasts alike.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.8.2022
• Einführung: Alexis Newton
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Alexis Newton
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Technik ► Architektur
• Schlagworte: 1775-1783 • 19th century authors • American colonial history • American writers • Architectural historian insights • book analysis • Classic Literature • Colonial American architecture • Colonial Literature • cultural influence exploration • eighteenth century design • engaging architectural narrative • famous authors • historical architectural analysis • historical fiction • Literary criticism • Literary History • literature exploration • Preservation of Heritage • scholarly historical resource • social life and customs • To 1775 • United States • vivid architectural descriptions