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Hearst Castle Press Launches Debut Publication

Hearst Castle Press, a collaborative venture between Friends of Hearst Castle, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit cooperating association, and California State Parks, proudly presents its debut publication, Faces of Hearst Castle by Jana Seely & Keri Collins. Available September 16th, this full-color, hardcover book focuses on over forty objects from William Randolph Hearst’s art collection at San Simeon.

Visit Hearst Castle Press for more information.
The new book by Castle author Victoria Kastner called Hearst Castle: The Biography of a Country House published by Harry N. Abrams Incorporated
The newest biography of W.R. Hearst, called The Chief, authored by David Nasaw.


Both books are highly recommended reading and are now available at the Hearst Castle Gift Shop and in book stores.


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by purchasing these books online at: hearstcastleretail.com. A Portion of the proceeds goes to Friends of Hearst Castle.


"Secrets of San Simeon - With Patricia Hearst." This is the ultimate video tour of Hearst Castle. Relive the history, excitement and glamour of the past! Visit the rooms and gardens, and see places the public never goes. Your host and guide is William Randolph Hearst's granddaughter, Patricia Hearst.

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