| Description |
1 online resource (338 pages) : illustrations |
| Series |
American studies ; volume 6 |
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American studies (Transcript (Firm)) ; Bd. 6.
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| Contents |
Frontmatter -- Table of Contents -- Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- A Brief History of Living and Family Life in America -- The Upper Class in America and Boston -- The Profession of Architecture in America -- Domestic Architecture in America -- Interiors and Furnishings -- Conclusion -- Works Cited -- Appendix I: Glossary -- Appendix II: Beacon Hill Architectural Guidelines -- Appendix III: Harrison Gray Otis Logbook |
| Summary |
This book presents the meticulous case studies of three individual houses from different eras, which serve to depict the social, political, and cultural effects that domestic architecture and interior design had on the upper class, the city of Boston, and a national American identity. It takes the reader on a journey to 18th and 19th century Boston and provides insight into the lives of these prominent men and women as seen through the perspective of their homes. It is a novel examination of the cultural significance of domestic architecture and interior design and, because of its story-telling character and extensive attention to detail, it is fascinating for curious readers and cultural historians alike |
| Notes |
Originally presented as the author's thesis (doctoral--Universität München, 2012) |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 307-323) |
| Notes |
In English |
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Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on August 29, 2022) |
| Subject |
Architecture, Domestic -- Massachusetts -- Boston
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Interior decoration -- Massachusetts -- Boston
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Upper class -- Dwellings -- Massachusetts -- Boston
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SOCIAL SCIENCE / Popular Culture
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Architecture, Domestic
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Interior decoration
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Upper class -- Dwellings
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Architektur
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Innenarchitektur
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Wohnkultur
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Oberschicht
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Massachusetts -- Boston
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Boston, Mass.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9783839422762 |
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3839422760 |
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