{"title":"Gerald Allen","description":"\u003cp\u003eGerald Allen’s works offer a compelling exploration of arts and culture, inviting readers into richly detailed narratives that resonate with depth and insight. His writing often reflects a keen observation of human environments, as exemplified in \u003cem\u003eThe Place of Houses\u003c\/em\u003e, where spaces become a central motif for personal and collective stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those drawn to literature that thoughtfully examines the interplay between people and their cultural landscapes, Allen’s books provide reflective and evocative experiences. His prose balances thoughtful introspection with vivid descriptions, making his collection a valuable addition for readers interested in the nuanced dimensions of artistic and cultural expression.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-place-of-houses-by-charles-moore-9780520223578","title":"The Place of Houses","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a new epilogue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRichly illustrated with houses large and small, old and new, with photographs, plans, and cutaway drawings, this is a book for people who want a house but who may not know what they really need, or what they have a right to expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe authors establish the basis for good building by examining houses in the small Massachusetts town of Edgartown; in Santa Barbara, California, where a commitment was made to re-create an imaginary Spanish past; and in Sea Ranch, on the northern California coast, where the authors attempt to create a community. These examples demonstrate how individual houses can express the care, energies, and dreams of the people who live in them, and can contribute to a larger sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Place of Houses\u003c\/em\u003e is essential reading for anyone interested in thoughtful architecture and community design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47600089301228,"sku":"9780520223578","price":115.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/ca96409a86e957bd585632f2d9b1a849.jpg?v=1778021220"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/gerald-allen.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}