Highland Living: Landscape, Style, and Traditions of Scotland
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| Rating | : | 4.98 (702 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 2080202413 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 208 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-04-06 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
From the peat bogs of the Highlands to the ordered elegance of Lady Cawdor’s Castle, stunning photographs capture Scotland’s national treasures. An illustrated volume that pays tribute to Scotland’s multifaceted allure, from striking natural landscapes to elegant castle living. With its rolling hills and quiet hamlets, Scotland is a patchwork of stunning green valleys and windswept moors, scattered with the stony ruins of ancient abbeys and castle strongholds. Discover Scotland’s colorful traditions from kil
About the AuthorLady Cawdor, an interior decorator, is a former Vogue fashion editor and stylist. His work has been featured in Elle Décoration, Vogue, and A French Country Home.. He is a popular French radio personality. Stéphane Bern is known for his portraits of royal families and figures. Franck Ferrand has published Bordeaux Châteaux, Jacques Garcia, and a number of historical biographies. Guillaume de Laubier is a lifestyle photographer
Not what I was expecting First, the disappointment: it is smaller than what I was expecting. Please note the dimensions before you buy if you are expecting a big coffee table book.The second surprise (I wouldn't say disappointment at all) was that it wasn't about all of the highlands like it sounded, but mostly about Cawdor Castle which is in the highlands.I plunked down with this new book that I've been waiting literally months for and spent hours on a. "The Scottish warmth that belies the landscape" according to Xoc. Maybe you have to go there but this castle is bewitching. I've been twice, decades apart, and it still draws me. It is so impressive that I bought the book to keep the memory active, and the book almost lives up to the reality.I've been to many castles and manor houses and I never bought "the book" until this one. I initially went to this castle because I am a Shakepeare fan and could not resist the MacBeth connection. Cawdor Ca. A great read Less Highland living than decor in this Cawdor Castle. Still makes for a great read.
Franck Ferrand has published Bordeaux Châteaux, Jacques Garcia, and a number of historical biographies. Stéphane Bern is known for his portraits of royal families and figures. Lady Cawdor, an interior decorator, is a former Vogue fashion editor and stylist. His work has been featured in Elle Décoration, Vogue, and A French Country Home.. He is a popular French radio personality. Guillaume de Laubier