Lady on the Hill: How Biltmore Estate Became an American Icon Free Audiobook Download by The Biltmore Company,Howard E. Covington
Lady on the Hill is a short, but informative read about the history behind the Biltmore Estate. This book was published by The Biltmore Company in 1946 and consists of a short story written by Howard E. Covington, giving readers an insight into how the estate became an American Icon.
Today, the Biltmore Estate is a luxury hotel and spa. The estate was started by George Washington Vanderbilt in 1895 as a way to make money on land that he owned. He began building the estate in 1898, but didn't finish it until 2004 after his death. This book tracks the history of one of America's most iconic homes from its inception to present day.
The Biltmore Company is a prominent American corporation that was founded in 1889 by George Washington Vanderbilt, who became the first president of the company. The Biltmore Company is best known for its luxury hotel and resort properties, Biltmore Estate being one of them. In 1913, Mary Bowser Atwater purchased the mansion and grounds, which are now known as the Biltmore Estate.
"The Biltmore Company is a leading luxury hospitality company with a global clientele of some of the world's most prominent people. For more than a century, The Biltmore Company has been at the forefront of innovation and design."
The Biltmore Estate, the historic estate of George Washington Vanderbilt II, became an American Icon in the early 20th century. The estate has been largely responsible for some of the most iconic buildings and serve as a reminder of what was once a lavish lifestyle. It also serves as a reminder that this wealth is not sustainable, and it's not always worth it.
Lady on the Hill is a history of the Biltmore Estate and how it became an icon in North Carolina, U.S., and what it means to this day. The book discusses how the estate was built by George Washington Vanderbilt in 1887, and how his son, Cornelius Vanderbilt Jr., has transformed it into a luxurious resort, with new additions to keep up with changing times.
Published Date | 2020-07-20 |
Duration | 8 hours 31 minutes |
Author | The Biltmore Company, Howard E. Covington |
Narrated | Mirron Willis |
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Abridged | No |
Is It Free? | 30-days Free |
Category | History |
Parent Category | North America |