The Story of the House: Being Some Suggestions in Brickwork from the Catalogue of O. W. Ketcham
1899
The Story of the House: Being Some Suggestions in Brickwork from the Catalogue of O. W. Ketcham
1899
The Story of the House, first published in 1899, is an architectural guide that offers suggestions for brickwork and home design. The book emphasizes the aesthetic and functional aspects of residential architecture, showcasing the use of brick and terra-cotta materials. It is divided into three parts, with poetic excerpts celebrating the beauty of well-designed homes and detailed descriptions of molded brick applications, enhancing both fireproofing and ornamental details. This work serves as both inspiration for architects and a practical resource for homeowners looking to improve their living spaces.
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“Everyone had a story he believed was worthy of a best-seller; for me, reality was rarely interesting enough to take the place of fiction.””
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“in other words, his story was part boast, part confession.””
— Unknown
“Below, he could see down the entire Strip, from the radioactive green lion at the base of the MGM Grand to the glowing spire of the Stratosphere. The logjam street traffic just added to the visual effect: a thousand headlights blinking like neurons in the glowing spine that snaked down the center of the city.””
— Unknown
“You don’t think white people have money?” Michael said, jabbing at Martinez with a chicken wing. “Some do, but they don’t throw it away in the casinos. Gambling is an Asian obsession””
— Unknown
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