James Reginato is writer-at-large for Vanity Fair and a contributing editor of Sotheby's Magazine. Jonathan Becker is a photographer who has contributed to Vogue, the New Yorker, and Vanity Fair. Viscount Linley is Hon. Chairman for Christie's in Europe, the Middle East, Russia, and India.
"The opulent estates of England and Ireland’s royal and
blue-blooded dynasties are perennial catnip to those craving
inspiration on the grandest scale. “Great Houses, Modern
Aristocrats,” by James Reginato and photographer Jonathan Becker,
longtime chroniclers of the rich and famous, does not disappoint,
providing an insiders’ portrait of 16 extraordinarily maintained
residences belonging to such tenacious tenants as the Prince of
Wales and the fourth Baron Rothschild."
—New York Times T Magazine
"The book chronicles the fascinating lineage and examines the
amazing architecture of the houses belonging to some of the leading
families of Great Britain, in a lush and very weighty tome…If
you're starting your holiday shopping early, it's the perfect gift
for the PBS-obsessed and lovers of traditional interior design and
English country life."
—Adweek Fishbowl NY
"...features noble homes from grand palaces to modest cottages. A
book that took years to complete which included convincing
extremely private individuals who have never before opened up their
homes."
—Forbes.com
"This stunning book presents the intriguing stories and celebrated
histories of some of the UK’s leading families…and their occasional
scandal."
—The Society Diaries
"In this book, Great Houses, Modern Aristocrats, Reginato has
compiled these [aristocratic] profiles in one volume, focusing
on the splendid homes of the English and Irish aristocracy.
And what a volume it is, with featured homes that include Blenheim,
Haddon Hall, Lismore Castle, and Goodwood House. With
photography by the esteemed Jonathan Becker, Great Houses,
Modern Aristocrats will likely join the league of those
coveted books about high-society by Horst and Slim
Aarons."
—PeakOfChic.com
"...stands out as an absolute treasure in the release of new books
being published this Fall."
—LittleAugury.com
"This is a...book of beautiful photographs, bookended with
fascinating stories. It’s a great present for people who love Olde
England and luxury retreats and the titled rich. It’s history. It’s
dish."
—HeadButler.com
"Any great interior design loving Anglophile is keenly aware of the
history of manor homes in England....In Great Houses, Modern
Aristocrats, almost as if on a docent led tour, James Reginato
peels back these remarkable stories, layer by layer."
—Color Outside the Lines
"Rizzoli International will release Great Houses, Modern
Aristocrats in October, filled with opulent photos by Jonathan
Becker and a fine introduction by Reginato’s friend of
twenty years, Viscount Linley. The book focuses on leading
aristocratic dynasties and includes marvelous profiles on the
gentry. . . . Although Reginato considers himself a journalist
rather than a historian, he weaves in the great wars, economic
upheavals, and the scandals and tragedies that these great houses
witnessed."
—Classic Chicago Magazine
"Here, Reginato brings us stories of creativity and entrepreneurial
spirit applied to preserving family homes for future generations –
stories that are as intriguing as the houses themselves! Rich
photographs combined with Reginato’s gift for story-telling make
this a delicious read. This is of course a must-have addition to
your library and would make a gorgeous gift!"
—WhatisJamesWearing.com
"Fall must haves."
—La Dolce Vita
"Vanity Fair contributor James Reginato’s intimate look at the
fabled aristocratic houses of Great Britain and Ireland is the
perfect cure for any reader still lamenting PBS's Downton Abbey
ending."
—San Francisco Chronicle
"While the photographs are richly detailed and gorgeous, this is
one of those few coffee table books that also deserves to be
read."
—New York Social Diary
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