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Loading... Hearst Castle: The Biography of a Country House (edition 2000)by Victoria Kastner, Victoria Garagliano (Photographer), George Plimpton (Foreword)
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. A beautiful look at the iconic San Simeon estate of William Randolph Hearst. Victoria Kastner gives us a wonderful narrative, then fills the book with pictures to bring the words to life. The high quality pictures are the best thing about the book. No detail of the house is missed. In her narrative, Kastner talks of the history of the Castle, the building of it, the living in it, and the status it enjoys today. Excellent reading for any admirer of the Castle. ( ) no reviews | add a review
The story of Hearst Castle, the Californian estate of newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst. Thuis book chronicles the evolution of the estate, with its pools and collection of fine art and antiques. It also includes stories of the famous parties hosted by Hearst. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)728.8The arts Architecture Residential buildings Large and elaborate private dwellingsLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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