A Home by the Sea

Seymour, a freelance writer, shows how to plan a seaside life. The text and 150 stunning color images of landscapes and homes provide a tour of great oceanfront and lakeside villages in the U.S. She tells how to select materials and architectural features best suited to the site and that can withstand the forces of nature and maximize the best view. She also provides tips on solving decorating dilemmas, promoting togetherness and entertaining, and other topics. Oversize: 12x11. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)