<DIV>The South has a palpable charm and a lively sense of identity. Though defined by a specific geography, elements of Southern style permeate and influence design all over the country and all over the world.<p><B><I>Southern Rooms, Volume 2: Magnolia StyleùSouthern Rooms Redefined</B></I> is an inspirational collection of the current trends in Southern interior decoration created by well-known interior designers and is written by top-notch design journalist Shannon Howard.<P>The book highlights designersÆ vision, challenges, inspirations, and their individual style, and offers practical tips and ideas that readers might use in their own homes. Howard looks at what gives the South its unique appeal and what defines Southern style, and she provides answers as to why the South is a hotbed for new ideas and great design. She looks at the SouthÆs take on traditional, casual, eclectic, and rustic d¬cor and provides a guide for shopping ômagnolia style.ö</DIV>