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At Home at Highclere: Entertaining at the Real Downton Abbey,Used
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Written by the current lady of the manor, this book gives complete access to the worldrenowned historic country house and showcases the art of entertaining, past and present. Highclere Castle, famed as the setting for Downton Abbey, is the epitome of how we imagine the perfect English country house. Long the Carnarvon familys ancestral country seat, Highclere has welcomed royalty, statesmen, and notables from the worlds of business, academia, and the arts for shooting parties, elegant ftes, and celebrations in the grand style.Lady Fiona Carnarvon, the current chatelaine, invites readers inside Highclere, past and present, as she describes how to entertain in the style of a stately English country house: the etiquette of the invitation, multicourse meals, correct seating arrangements, proper attire, setting the table. She delves into family archives to highlight four reallife historic weekend parties over a seventyyear period during which Highclere hosted an everchanging cast of notable figuresincluding Benjamin Disraeli and the Prince of Walesexploring how society and entertaining changed decade by decade. Complete with gorgeous fullcolor photography of Highcleres rooms and punctuated by charming archival images, the book explores changing menus, fashionable cocktails of the day, and includes, where practical, adaptations for recipes which can be used for entertaining in the present day.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'At Home at Highclere'? A: The book explores the art of entertaining in a stately English country house, showcasing the history and etiquette of hosting elegant events at Highclere Castle.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is written by Lady Fiona Carnarvon, the current chatelaine of Highclere Castle.
- Q: What type of photography is included in the book? A: The book features gorgeous full-color photography of the rooms in Highclere Castle, along with charming archival images.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book consists of 288 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'At Home at Highclere'? A: The book was published on June 20, 2017.
- Q: Is the book suitable for modern entertaining? A: Yes, the book includes practical adaptations for recipes and tips that can be used for entertaining today.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Does the book provide historical context about Highclere Castle? A: Yes, it delves into family archives to highlight historic weekend parties and how society and entertaining changed over time.
- Q: What audience is this book intended for? A: The book is suitable for anyone interested in entertaining, history, or the cultural significance of Highclere Castle, including fans of Downton Abbey.
- Q: Are there any specific etiquette tips included in the book? A: Yes, the book covers various aspects of etiquette such as invitations, seating arrangements, and proper attire for hosting events.