Houses of the Hamptons, 1880-1930 (Architecture of Leisure)

This book is exactly what I was looking for. It was a great way to peek into the forgotten world of the "Robber Baron's Gold Coast" lifestyle, and become familiar with the ongoing attempts to integrate the older styles of architecture with the contemporary lifestyles of today. It is tragic to see how much of the past has been relegated to the landfills, but it is also reassuring to see how much of the past is peing preserved by the curent guardians of these exceptional properties. How nice to have this photographic information compiled in one volume. I heartily recommend this book for those who are architectural historians and those with the strange love for the old and almost forgotten reminders of a once slower, more elegant lifestyle.

Acanthus Press publishes the best architectural monographs currently available. I purchased this revised edition and still have the original in my collection. I highly recommend this book as an addition to any collection of regional architecture. Well done.

This was purchased as a present for someone who is very hard to please, an avid non-fiction reader who quickly discards anything that lacks "valuable" content. It was a hit! I have also since read this book and it is very much worth the price .. it is filled with glorious information and such details ..incredible and great book. Only issue was the copy I recieved from Amazon was dented on the spine and therefore not in perfect condition as expected. So if giving as a gift .. carefully check your item before wrapping.

Amazing book packed full of wonderful history. This book is essential for any collection that includes architecture & design books.

Great collection of floor plans

nice gift

Features many homes with historic details, floor plans and beautiful pictures. Great fun for architecture and history buffs, for sure!

Great book with interesting history's of the home and the Hamptons. Seller was great to work with. Thanks.