Full subtitle is "The Story of Stately Homes of England -- their History, their Ghosts, Witches, Highwaymen, Mermaids, and other Strange Connexions." A book about the personalities behind some of the famous homes of England. With 8 plates in half-tone, 9 maps and plans. Great homes covered include Longleat, Hatfield House, Chatsworth, Haddon Hall, Audley End, Knole House, Penshurst Place, Blenheim Palace, Lacock Manor. Murders, abductions, witchcraft, escapes, duels, impersonations, and more. Catherine Morland was not all that far off, of course. Jacket edges worn with section of spine missing, now protected in mylar. Bright blue cloth with gilt title on spine.  The Macmillan Company. 1956. Hb, Dj. USED. $20.00