{"product_id":"san-diego-county-victorians","title":"San Diego County Victorians","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy Eric C. Pahlke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished by Our Heritage Press\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaperback | 75 pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover the hidden beauty of San Diego County's Victorian architecture with \"San Diego County Victorians\" by Eric C. Pahlke. This captivating book explores the surprising number and diversity of Victorian houses still standing today, tucked away in older neighborhoods throughout the county.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough stunning full-color photography, Pahlke showcases:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrand mansions that once housed the area's wealthiest residents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumble rental units and farmhouses that served the general populace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIconic structures like the Britt-Scripps House, Villa Montezuma, and the Beach House in Escondido\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLesser-known Victorian homes with fascinating histories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book paints a vivid portrait of life in late 19th-century San Diego County, revealing how architectural styles reflected the lifestyles and social aspirations of the era. Readers will gain insight into the distinctive features of various Victorian substyles and their historical significance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePahlke's passion for preservation shines through as he invites readers to admire these historic structures, learn their stories, and become advocates for their protection. \"San Diego County Victorians\" is both a celebration of the region's architectural heritage and a call to save these beautiful remnants of the past.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, preservationists, and anyone who loves exploring hidden gems of Southern California's built environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Our Heritage Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40816176398371,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/3808\/1827\/files\/SanDiegoCountyVictorians.jpg?v=1746560810","url":"https:\/\/marstonhousemuseumshop.myshopify.com\/products\/san-diego-county-victorians","provider":"Marston House Museum Shop Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}