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Famous Colonial Houses

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A collection of illustrated essays profiles a dozen notable colonial-era American houses, blending architectural description, historical narrative, and local anecdote. Each chapter examines a single dwelling—from celebrated estates to lesser-known manors—covering design elements, construction history, notable occupants, ownership changes, and preservation concerns. The author relies on visits, collected lore, and period imagery to evoke the houses' atmosphere while reflecting on their role in regional history and urging appreciation and stewardship of these domestic landmarks.

List of Illustrations

Monticello Frontispiece.
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The Haunted House, New Orleans 28
Doughoregan Manor 42
The Jumel Mansion 54
Mount Vernon 68
The Quincy Homestead 82
The Timothy Dexter Mansion 94
The Kendall House 106
The Longfellow House 120
Cliveden 134
The Wentworth Mansion 144
The Pringle House 158