The House That Jill Built, after Jack's Had Proved a Failure by E. C. Gardner
"The House That Jill Built, after Jack's Had Proved a Failure" by E. C. Gardner is a book on home architecture written in the late 19th century. This work provides both humorous and practical insights into the construction and design of a home, focusing particularly on the experiences of its main characters, Jill and Jack, as they navigate the challenges of building a comfortable and functional dwelling. The book critiques prevalent architectural
trends of the time, advocating for simplicity and practicality over extravagance. The opening of the narrative introduces Jill, who receives a generous gift from her father to construct a new house after her fiancé Jack's previous architectural efforts have proven unsatisfactory. As Jill imagines her ideal home filled with comfort and beauty, she begins to articulate her dissatisfaction with the existing designs she encounters while on their honeymoon. Jill's strong opinions about what constitutes an ideal home reflect broader themes in the text about the clash between aesthetic ideals and practical living, setting the stage for a journey that emphasizes the importance of creating a home that truly meets the needs of its occupants. The opening establishes both the characters' dynamics and the book's progressive stance on home design, paving the way for engaging discussions around practical architecture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gardner, E. C. (Eugene Clarence), 1836-1915 |
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| Title | The House That Jill Built, after Jack's Had Proved a Failure |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NA: Fine Arts: Architecture |
| Subject | Architecture, Domestic |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15678 |
| Release Date | Apr 30, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 99 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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