The gingerbread age

by John Maass

Fascinating architectural history of Victorian domestic environment (ca. 1840–1900). Over 250 handsome illustrations document interiors, exteriors of Queen Anne cottages, romantic stone castles, exquisite Italianate villas, simple brownstones, curious octagon houses, imposing mansard-roofed mansions, and much else. Text provides a wealth of stories about builders and owners. {amazon}