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Knole and the Sackvilles

By V. Sackville-West
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A detailed historical and architectural account of a great English country house and the family that inhabited it, tracing changes to the building, garden, furnishings, and collections across successive generations. Organized largely by chronological periods, it combines architectural description, landscape and interior detail, genealogical and biographical notes, and episodes of inheritance, patronage, and political connection. Illustrated plates and a table of descent accompany chapters that show how shifting taste, domestic needs, and family fortunes reshaped the estate over centuries.

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V. Sackville-West

Vita Sackville-West was an English author, poet, and garden designer, known for her contributions to literature and her influential role in the Bloomsbury Group. Her works often explore themes of love, identity, and the complexities of human relationships. Among her notable titles is "Challenge," a novel that reflects her keen insight into the emotional landscapes of her characters. Sackville-West's writing is characterized by its lyrical quality and rich imagery, as seen in her poetry collection "Poems of West & East." Additionally, her non-fiction work, "Knole and the Sackvilles," delves into her family's history and the heritage of their ancestral home, showcasing her deep connection to place and identity.

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