The Colonial Homes Of Philadelphia And Its Neighborhood

by Harold Donaldson Eberlein, Horace Mather Lippncott, Horace Mather Lippincott

Book Overview

""The Colonial Homes of Philadelphia and Its Neighborhood"" is a comprehensive guide to the historic homes and architecture of Philadelphia and its surrounding areas. Written by Harold Donaldson Eberlein, a prominent architectural historian and preservationist, the book provides a detailed look at the colonial-era homes that define the region's rich cultural heritage.The book is organized geographically, with chapters devoted to the various neighborhoods and suburbs of Philadelphia. Each chapter includes a brief history of the area, followed by a detailed exploration of the colonial homes that still stand today. The book includes over 200 black and white photographs, as well as detailed floor plans and architectural drawings.In addition to its focus on architecture and design, the book also provides insight into the social and cultural history of Philadelphia during the colonial period. Eberlein's writing is engaging and informative, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and architecture of Philadelphia and its surrounding areas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162962127
• ISBN13: 9781162962122
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 484 Pages
• Weight: 1.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"