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A New York Times bestseller with an “engaging narrative and array of detail” (The Wall Street Journal), the “intimate and sweeping” (Raleigh News & Observer) untold true story of the Biltmore Estate—the largest private home in America—and the remarkable woman who helped ensure its survival.
The story of Biltmore spans…
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1 author picked The Last Castle as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This is the story behind the story of Biltmore Estate.
I was so impressed with Denise Kiernan’s research and her engaging way of presenting the facts. While this isn’t a novel, I found it read like one, offering deep insight into the people and circumstances that helped shape America’s largest privately owned home.
From Sarah's list on visiting Biltmore House in your imagination.
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