Kew Palace: The Official Illustrated History - Softcover

Groom, Susanne; Prosser, Lee

Softcover

ISBN 10: 185894323X ISBN 13: 9781858943237

Publisher: Merrell Publishers Ltd, 2006

Synopsis

Kew Palace, which stands in the world-famous Royal Botanic Gardens in south-west London, is Britain's smallest royal palace and the third building to bear that name. This is the compelling story of Kew Palace from its use by the Royal Family in the 18th century to its repair and re-presentation in 2006.

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Review:

With the help of striking illustrations and stunning photographs the book documents Kew Palace's undulating fortunes - PERIOD LIVING & TRADITIONAL HOMES This fascinating guidebook yields much more than a history of the palace - beautifully produced - A must for the Kew enthusiast - LONDON SOCIETY JOURNAL

Synopsis:

Kew Palace is Britain's smallest royal palace, and stands in the Royal Botanic Gardens, South-West London. Built in 1631 as a merchant's house, it later became the home of George III and a place for the 'mad' king to recuperate. The grounds are a centre for botanical study shaped among others by 'Capabitility Brown'.

About this edition

• Publisher: Merrell Publishers Ltd
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 185894323X
• ISBN 13: 9781858943237
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 128