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Editorials
Arthur N. Strahler
A longtime resident of the Santa Barbara area, Elane has researched the history of the estates and the lives of some who have made Montecito unique. Their individual stories make fascinating reading.— Professor Emeritus, Columbia University, New York
Donald Pearce
This is a delightful, fascinating book. Ms. Griscom discusses twenty or more Montecito estates, their settings, their histories, their owners past and present, their family lives together--all in a charming manner. The writing throughout is clear, compressed, and always graceful. All in all, Behind the Hedges of Montecito is an enviable work. Read and enjoy!— Emeritus Professor of English, UCSB
Nevill Cramer
These glimpses into Montecito's past are entertaining and informative. The book is a charming reconstruction of the way things were, presenting the fruits of considerable research in a very appealing way. Let's hope it is just the beginning in a series, as there are many more Montecito stories waiting fro Mrs. Griscom's graceful pen.— author of Montecito Boy: An Irreverent Memoir
William S. Campbell
Wealth is evident throughout these revelations, but far more important are the intangible riches that raise the lives here above mere accumulators of material possessions. Elane Griscom gives us an authoritative glimpse of these lives and qualities, making us richer for reading what she has written.— former Vice President and Publisher, Hearst Magazines
Book Details
Published
December 1, 1999
Publisher
Fithian Pr
Pages
96
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9781564743176