Waddesdon Manor

More than 125 years ago, Baron Ferdinand Rothschild transformed a barren hill in the countryside outside London into the setting for an astonishing French Renaissance -- style chateau that remains one of the most extraordinary houses in all of England. Bequeathed to Britain's National Trust in 1957, Waddesdon Manor and its spectacular gardens are now open to the public, welcoming more and more visitors every year.Illustrated with specially commissioned photographs and unpublished historical material, this book provides a fascinating portrait of the Manor and its inhabitants. Perusing it, readers can marvel at the architecture and interior decor, wander through the romantic gardens, enjoy the renowned collections of superb English portraits, Dutch Old Masters, and exquisite furniture and textiles -- and bask in le style Rothschild.

Michael Hall, a noted architectural historian, is Deputy Editor of Country Life magazine and the author of The English Country House: From the Archives of Country Life 1897-1939. He has also been a regular contributor to several newspapers, including The Times (London) John Bigelow Taylor is a multi-facted photographer specializing in art objects, antiquities, jewellery and architecture. Based in New York City, he and his partner, Dianne Dubler, have contributed to over 60 books