Delve into the captivating world of "Philistines at the Hedgerow: Passion and Property in the Hamptons" by Steven S. Gaines, a compelling exploration of social classes and economic disparity set against the backdrop of Long Island's exclusive Hamptons region. This hardcover edition, published by Little Brown & Company in 1998, offers 336 pages of insightful narrative and is a must-have for readers interested in customs and traditions, historical accounts, and the lives of the rich and famous.