Home And Lifestyle from Goldring Books

London: Boxtree, 2001. A Fine unmarked copy with Fine dustjacket which is not price clipped. A beautifully illustrated book that provides a fresh and original perspective on the 1950's and 1960's. It uses the intimate stories of those who lived through these momentous decades to reveal how our way of life was transformed, and explores the path from rationing to… Read more about this item

Newton Abbot: David & Charles, 1980. A Fine unmarked copy in laminated boards. The history of wood stoves connects Benjamin Franklin's 18th century design, which is still in production, with the greatly improved models of today. In this book the author looks at the circumstances in which wood burning is advantageous, and then guides the newcomer to wood firing through… Read more about this item

London: Viking, 2003. SIGNED BY AUTHOR on title page. In this essential guide-cum-memoir, India Knight dissects the singular pleasures afforded by everyone's favourite pastime - shopping. Part series of essays, part lists of essential information, you will never wonder about where to get the perfect 2-inches-off-the-waist pants again - a book for everyone who has ever had to part with… Read more about this item

Boston, Mass: Charles E. Tuttle, 1999. A Fine unmarked copy with Fine complete dustjacket. The author is a long time resident of Japan, well known for her work in textiles and in this book presents a photographic tour of exquisite homes in the Tokyo area, focusing on original and attractive uses of Japanese antiques and folk crafts. More than 300… Read more about this item

London: Studio Editions, 1993. A Fine unmarked copy with Fine complete dustjacket. The author is a respected expert on Oriental Carpets and the Sakhai family have been in the carpet business for over 200 years with a shop in Piccadilly, London. The book charts the rich history of carpets, examining methods of weaving, the significance of common pattern elements and… Read more about this item