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Man-Made Objects - The Well- Lived Life

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Book Synopsis: Few magazines can lay claim to a century of history or to having published work by so many extraordinary and distinguished photographers and writers as House & Garden. Now, straight from the pages of this well-loved periodical, The Well-Lived Life presents a lavish chronicle of a country and a culture coming into its own, documenting America's continuing education in matters of house, home and garden over the course of the twentieth century. Selecting high points from the magazine, this book surveys the growing confidence and imagination reflected in American interiors and entertaining over the last century - the dinners, picnics and parties of a country dedicated to welcoming others - and the changing definition of home. It also illuminates the joys - sedentary or sporting - Americans have always found in the out-of-doors. The Well-Lived Life surveys the landscape of our lawns and gardens, from rigid formality to wild, blowsy beauty, and takes a close look at blooms and their ability to charm, seduce, amaze and inspire. It also travels to the places we build to get away from it all - the cabins, cottages and summer palaces where we shed the formality and stress of everyday life. Above all, this volume illustrates the abiding affection we have for how and where we make our lives. Featuring such legendary photographers as Irving Penn, Horst P. Horst, John Rawlings, Andre Kertesz, Lord Snowdon, Alfred Eisenstaedt, Ezra Stoller and George Hoyningen-Huene.

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The Well-Lived Life is not just a book, but a testament to the rich history and cultural evolution of America. Crafted from the impeccable pages of House & Garden magazine, this luxurious chronicle captures the essence of a nation that has grown in confidence, creativity, and hospitality over the past century. Immerse yourself in the world of American interiors and entertaining, as this extraordinary collection showcases the captivating dinners, picnics, and parties that define our welcoming spirit.

Step into the changing definition of home, as The Well-Lived Life reveals the diverse range of styles and inspirations that have shaped our living spaces. From rigid formality to wild and blowsy beauty, the lush landscapes of our lawns and gardens unfold before your eyes. Delight in the enchanting allure of blooming flowers, their ability to mesmerize, astonish, and awaken your own sense of wonder. Experience the tranquillity and exhilaration of escaping the trappings of daily life through a visual journey to cabins, cottages, and summer palaces, designed for pure relaxation and respite.

Legendary photographers such as Irving Penn, Horst P. Horst, and John Rawlings have immortalized these timeless settings, capturing the heart and soul of the American spirit. The Well-Lived Life brings together their exceptional work, along with masterpieces by Andre Kertesz, Lord Snowdon, Alfred Eisenstaedt, Ezra Stoller, and George Hoyningen-Huene, ensuring a visual feast for the senses.

Discover the enduring love we have for the places we call home and witness the lasting impact of artistry and design on our lives. With The Well-Lived Life, you don't just own a book, but a cherished tribute to the remarkable journey of a nation that embraces beauty, hospitality, and the pursuit of a life well-lived.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in the pages of history – get your copy of The Well-Lived Life now!

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