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If You Lived Here: Houses Of The World-used
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Master Of The Cut And Paste Art Technique, Giles Laroche Takes Readers On A Storytelling Journey Around The World That Celebrates The Diversity Of Homes And The People Who Are Shaped By Them.Step Into Unique Homes From Around The World And Discover The Many Fascinating Ways In Which People Live And Have Lived. If You Lived In The Mountains Of Southern Spain, Your Bedroom Might Be Carved Out Of A Mountain. If You Lived In A Village In South Africa, The Outside Of Your House Might Tell The Story Of Your Family. And If You Lived In A Floating Green House In The Netherlands, You Could Rotate Your House To Watch Both The Sunrise And Sunset.With Intricate Basrelief Collages, Giles Laroche Uncovers The Reason Why Each Home Was Constructed The Way In Which It Was, Then Lets Us Imagine What It Would Be Like To Live In Homes So Different From Our Own. Showing The Tremendous Variety Of Dwellings Worldwidelog Cabins, Houses On Stilts, Cave Dwellings, Boathouses, And Yurtsthis Book Addresses Why Each House Is Build The Way That It Is. Reasonssuch As Blending Into The Landscape, Confusing Invaders, Being Able To Travel With One'S Home, Using Whatever Materials Are At Handare As Varied As The Homes Themselves.List Of Houses Included:Dogtrot Log House, Based On Dogtrots Built In The Southern U.S.Chalet, Based On Chalets Built In The Austrian Alps.Pueblo, Taos, New Mexicoconnected Barn, Based On Connected Barns Common In Northern New England.Cave Dwelling, Guadix, Andalucia, Spainpalafitos (House On Stilts), Chiloe Island, Chilepalazzo Dario, Venice, Italychateau La Brede, Bordeaux, Francetulou, Hangkeng Village, Yongding, Chinahalftimbered Houses, Miltenberg Am Main, Germanygreek Island Village Houses, Astipalaia Island, Greecedecorated Houses Of Ndebele, Pretoria, Transvaal, South Africayurt, Based On Yurts In Mongolia And Other Parts Of Central Asia.Airstream Trailer, Usafloating House, Middleburg, The Netherlandstree House, Usa
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'If You Lived Here: Houses of the World'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the diversity of homes worldwide and how they reflect the cultures and lifestyles of the people who inhabit them.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'If You Lived Here: Houses of the World' is Giles Laroche, known for his unique cut and paste art technique.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This book is suitable for children and young readers, typically ages 5 to 10, as it uses engaging storytelling and illustrations to explore different homes.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 32 pages, making it a concise and visually appealing read for children.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability for young readers and making it a great addition to any child's bookshelf.
- Q: When was 'If You Lived Here: Houses of the World' published? A: The book was published on October 25, 2011.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book features intricate bas-relief collages created by the author, showcasing various houses and their architectural details.
- Q: Does the book include real-life examples of houses? A: Yes, the book includes examples of various homes from around the world, such as dogtrot log houses, chalets, and yurts.
- Q: Can this book be used for educational purposes? A: Absolutely! 'If You Lived Here: Houses of the World' is an excellent resource for teaching children about architecture, culture, and geography.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: No, 'If You Lived Here: Houses of the World' is a standalone book and not part of a series.