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Dwelling in the TextDiscover the intricate relationship between architecture and the human psyche in 'Dwelling in the Text,' a pivotal exploration of American homes and their significance. Author Marilyn Chandler takes you on an insightful journey through literary 'house tours' in iconic American novels, from Thoreau's 'Walden' to Morrison's 'Beloved.' This book examines how the concept of a house transcends mere bricks and mortar, delving into the deeper psychological,
Discover the intricate relationship between architecture and the human psyche in 'Dwelling in the Text,' a pivotal exploration of American homes and their significance. Author Marilyn Chandler takes you on an insightful journey through literary 'house tours' in iconic American novels, from Thoreau's 'Walden' to Morrison's 'Beloved.' This book examines how the concept of a house transcends mere bricks and mortar, delving into the deeper psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of domestic spaces.Unravel the symbolism of the house in American mythology as Chandler adeptly traces the evolution of our perceptions, exploring themes of rootedness versus openness. The book provides a compelling analysis of how American architecture reflects individual psychology, national aspirations, and the ambivalence of material desires. With rich insights into rituals of building, decorating, and inhabiting, 'Dwelling in the Text' enriches our understanding of homes within the broader American narrative.
Ideal for students, literary scholars, and architecture enthusiasts, this scholarly work not only addresses housing challenges but offers profound reflections on the attitudes and assumptions embedded in our homes. Reissued as part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, this text draws from decades of peer-reviewed scholarship, making it a valuable addition to your collection of architectural and literary studies. Experience the nuanced connections between:text, family, and home in 'Dwelling in the Text'—where every chapter is a doorway to understanding our cultural identity.
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★★★★★ 5
Great Quality!
Size: Large (Pack of 1)
Great quality!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Nice toy
Size: Large (Pack of 1)
This product is generally durable and easy to throw. However, the original rope knot came undone after just four throws, per my wife. Unfortunately, my knot-tying skills are limited to fishing knots and slip knots, which is on me. While I can't give a perfect score, I believe it deserves a 4.5 out of 5 stars due to the knot issue. A simple solution would be to apply heat shrink tubing over the knot and heat it to secure it, which would enhance its reliability and potentially elevate the rating to a perfect five stars.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Our German Shepherd loves it!
Size: Large (Pack of 1)
Order arrived promptly and in good condition. Our GSD barely let us get it out of the package before wanting to play with it. Works great as training reward and for fetch games. Been using it for three weeks, and it is holding up well.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
I think this family company improved the strength of the rope staying in the ball
Size: Large (Pack of 1)
I bought two of these balls when I needed to replace my old ones. After I got them I decided to read some reviews and I noticed people were complaining about their rope pulling through easily and their dog chewing through the rope fast. First of all this strictly is a ball for reward and yes tug as a reward while training mostly working dogs and sport dogs so the rope is designed perfectly for that reason. It’s not a chew toy. And as for the rope pulling through easily. I have a big male shepherd over 100 lbs who I was participating in a dog sport with a lot of Really strong tugging and this ball stood up to it perfectly. I think they must have taken advice from the reviews and improved the b-ball if people were having the issue of the rope coming out and someone had suggested putting a piece of something inside the ball to hold the rope in better and now there is one so I would feel fine about suggesting this ball as a reward and training ball. My dog loves them!
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Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2019
★★★★★ 1
Unless dog is familiar with toy
Size: Large (Pack of 1), Size: Large (Pack of 1)
Very delicate. Puppy chewed it for 5 min while getting familiar and almost destroyed the string
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Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2026