Publisher's Synopsis
The Dwelling Houses Of Charleston, South Carolina is a historical book written by Alice Ravenel Huger Smith and published in 1917. The book provides a detailed account of the architecture and history of the dwelling houses in Charleston, South Carolina. The author, who was a prominent artist and preservationist, offers a comprehensive overview of the different styles of architecture that can be found in the city, including Georgian, Federal, Greek Revival, and Victorian. She also provides a detailed history of each house, including its original owners, builders, and notable events that took place there. The book is richly illustrated with over 200 photographs and sketches, which provide a visual guide to the different architectural styles and details of the houses. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and architecture of Charleston, South Carolina, and is a must-read for architects, historians, and preservationists.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.
