America At Home (1908)

By Alfred Maurice Low and Alfred Maurice 1860-1929 Low

Book Overview

America At Home is a book written by Alfred Maurice Low in 1908. The book provides a fascinating look into the lives of Americans during the early 1900s. It is a collection of photographs taken by various photographers across the United States, showcasing the interiors of American homes. The book is divided into different sections, each focusing on a specific room or area of the house, such as the living room, kitchen, and bedroom.The photographs in the book capture the diversity of American homes, from the grand mansions of the wealthy to the modest homes of the working class. They also provide insight into the different styles of interior design popular at the time, from the ornate Victorian style to the more modern Arts and Crafts movement.In addition to the photographs, the book also includes commentary by Low, providing context and insight into the lives of the people who lived in these homes. He discusses the social and economic factors that influenced the design and decoration of homes, as well as the role of women in the home.Overall, America At Home is a fascinating glimpse into American life during the early 1900s, providing a unique perspective on the history of interior design and the way people lived in the past.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: 1163901172
• ISBN13: 9781163901175
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"