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    <namePart>Parsons, Frank Alvah</namePart>
    <namePart type="date">1868-1930</namePart>
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    <namePart>Calkins, Kathleen Clinch</namePart>
    <namePart type="date">1892?-1936</namePart>
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  <abstract>"The Art of Home Furnishing and Decoration" by Frank Alvah Parsons et al. is a comprehensive guide on interior design, written in the early 20th century. This book focuses on the principles and practices of home furnishing, emphasizing the significant impact that one’s environment has on personal development and quality of life. It serves as an essential resource for individuals seeking to create aesthetically pleasing and functional living spaces.  The content of the book delves into the importance of physical comfort, mental stimulation, sanitation, and economic considerations in selecting furnishings and decorations for the home. Parsons discusses the intricate relationship between environment and individual refinement, while providing insights into color theory, form, texture, and the implications of various materials, specifically linoleum. Through practical advice and artistic principles, the book encourages readers to thoughtfully curate their living spaces in ways that not only reflect personal style but also contribute positively to their overall well-being and cultural appreciation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)</abstract>
  <note>Release date is 2022-02-28</note>
  <note>Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)</note>
  <note>Originally published: United States: Armstrong Cork Company, Linoleum Department, 1921</note>
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