Architecture - History - General

This XpressRead Cram Edition of Sir Christopher Wren: His Family and His Times pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic. Explore the life and legacy of one of England's most celebrated architects in Lucy...

"Notes on the South-East Corner of Chancery Lane, 1119 to 1929" is a detailed historical and topographical study of one of London's most significant urban intersections. Spanning over eight hundred years, this work provides a meticulous account of the development, ownership, and architectural evolution...

Discover the timeless traditions of the Senufo people through a visually rich and culturally immersive journey. SENUFO COMMUNITY: LIFE STYLE STUDY offers a clear and engaging look into one of West Africa's most fascinating communities, known for its deep-rooted heritage, symbolic art, and distinctive...

Connecticut State Capitol is a masterclass in precision As part of photographer Jane Moorman's project to document every state capitol, this book on the High Victorian Gothic landmark in Hartford is deeply informative and thorough.Moorman documents the sculptural programs, from the Twelve Allegorical Statues...

"Sticks and Stones" is a seminal study of American architecture and its profound connection to the evolving civilization of the United States. Written by the influential critic and urban historian Lewis Mumford, the work explores how the physical structures of a nation reflect its...

"The Poetry of Architecture" is an evocative exploration of the aesthetic and spiritual significance of built environments. Written by the distinguished art critic Frank Rutter, this work transcends technical blueprints to examine the emotional resonance and historical narratives embedded within various architectural styles. Rutter...

Photographer Jane Moorman displays the architecture and décor of the Tennessee State Capitol in a way that invites readers to see these buildings not just as static monuments but as living embodiments of civic identity and cultural pride.What makes this book significant is its...

The untold story of how Biltmore Estate survived and thrived across five generations Now in its Second Edition, Lady on the Hill: How Biltmore Estate Became an American Icon traces how George W. Vanderbilt's 250-room French chateau near Asheville, North Carolina--once dismissed as a...

This book answers all the questions on dowsing, informing the reader as to why and how dowsing works.Moreover, it has the instructions to test oneself to become a dowser. Dowsing locates all objects that Irefer to as targets, then to also measure the depths...

As time around Bellweather begins to fracture, Elian teams up with a runaway mapmaker, a blind historian who remembers impossible futures, and a girl who appears in photographs decades before she was born. Together, they must uncover the truth about the Clockmaker: the man...

"A New Description of York" offers a detailed account of the city's historical landmarks and architectural splendors, with a particular focus on York Cathedral. Written by John and George Todd, this book provides an engaging exploration of York's antiquities, public buildings, and other significant...

This is Volume 2 of “The Collected Writings” by Hermann August Seger, a seminal figure in the field of ceramic technology. This compilation offers a deep dive into Seger's groundbreaking research and methodologies, providing invaluable insights for ceramicists, material scientists, and historians of technology....

An evocative interplay of photos and texts, this is a tribute to a pioneer woman photographer, Marjorie Doggett. Born in England, Doggett was a self-taught photographer. She had arrived in Singapore in early 1947, a city she would call home until her death. Starting...

Visegrád stands out among the medieval sites of Hungary and the royal palace complex can be regarded as one of the most important monuments for the artistic and architectural production of the royal court during the period of the late Middle Ages. The size...

The European Association for South Asian Archaeology and Art promotes the study of archaeology, art history, architectural history, material culture, numismatics and epigraphy in South Asia. Twenty-three contributions have been carefully selected from the 2012 international conference in Paris and have been arranged according...

More than a history of a train station--the story of a city and an age, as reflected in a building aptly described as a secular cathedral.Winner of the Professional/Scholarly Publishing Award in Architecture from the Association of American PublishersGrand Central Terminal, one of New...

In this illuminating work, John Ruskin explores the intricacies of Venetian architecture. His attention to detail and exhaustive analysis of the foundations of Venice's famous buildings provide readers with a unique perspective on the art and science of architecture. This book is a must-read...

Architecture is one of the most enduring and fascinating fields of human endeavor. This book provides a comprehensive history of architecture, from its origins in ancient times to the present day. It covers a wide range of styles, techniques, and movements, including classical, gothic,...

A photographic overview of great variety, which covers Victorian-style homes throughout San Diego County. The author/photographer has included all style types, from architect-designed to beach houses, summer cottages, and farmhouses; from the affluent to the working-class home.Author: Eric C. PahlkeISBN-10: 098009500XISBN-13: 9780980095005Publisher: Our Heritage...

Volume 2 of Heritage Hotels of Asia follows the movement of Europeans across Southeast and East Asia in search of trading wealth, establishing colonies as they went and founding new towns, cities, and even countries. Colonial settlements evolved into distinctive societies, and hotels were...

The John Rylands Library houses one of the finest collections of rare books, manuscripts and archives in the world. The collections span five millennia, have a global reach and cover a wide range of subjects, including art and archaeology; economic, social, political, religious and...

"Homes of the Cavaliers" offers an evocative exploration of the historic estates and manor houses that define the landscape of Maryland's Tidewater region. Katherine Scarborough takes readers on a journey through the architectural and social heritage of the Chesapeake, focusing on the grand residences...

Modern life tells you to fix stress by doing more: more productivity tricks, more morning routines, more self-improvement plans. The Five Elements Guide offers a different path. It is a five elements guide that treats wood, fire, earth, metal, and water as simple lenses...

Gunships suddenly descended, fanning out from a central point around the Iroquois and sending streams of machine-gun fire and rockets into the jungle below. The Iroquois peeled away from the main formation and dipped below the tree line under the cover of the assault,...

This book provides significant new insights into the Enlightenment in Portugal and its relationships with other European cultural movements using Eugenio dos Santos (1711-1760) as a common reference point. Eugenio dos Santos was a Portuguese architect and city planner who, among other projects, was...

"Continental Stagecraft" by Kenneth MacGowan and Robert Edmund Jones offers a fascinating exploration of European theater design. Delve into the historical development of stagecraft and scenery across Europe, examining the innovative techniques and artistic movements that shaped theatrical presentation. This meticulously prepared print republication...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

In the early nineteenth-century United States, a number of architects began to see their profession as a higher calling. Even as architecture was increasingly subjected to the pressures of the market, these figures gave sermon-like public lectures that cast their work as a divinely...

Architecture studio, fundamental to architecture school, is complex, challenging and exciting. It is multifarious, unique and breath-taking. How do you navigate this?This Book of Tasks helps students and teachers navigate the process with curiosity and optimism through a flexible and instructive approach. Created by...

For several decades, 20th century architecture thrived in Cuba and a wealth of buildings was realized prior to the revolution 1959 and in its wake. The designs comprise luxurious nightclubs and stylish hotels, sports facilities, elegant private homes and apartment complexes. Drawing on the...

How historic sites can foster community dialogue about who we have been, who we are now, and who we wish to beIn a moment shaped by alarming levels of national polarization and disembodied lives spent increasingly online, this book argues that historic sites--courthouses, churches,...

A Little Book of Copenhagen is an intimate collection of forty literary reflections inspired by harbour light, quiet streets, canals, design, bicycles, winter warmth, and the enduring character of Denmark's capital.From Nyhavn, Christiansborg, Amalienborg, and the Round Tower to Tivoli Gardens, modern museums, neighbourhood...

Offering a broader understanding of contemporary architecture and urbanism in Asia, Francis Chia Hui Lin raises questions from 'non-conventional' ('non-Western') perspectives that can adapt and enrich conventional understanding in an Asian context. With a strategic focus on urban maritime Asia, this book highlights key...

"Study of the Orders" is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the fundamental principles of classical architecture. Written by a distinguished group of experts including Frank Chouteau Brown, Frank A. Bourne, and Herman Von Holst, this work serves as an essential manual for understanding...

From the founding of Fort-Dauphin in 1643 to the abolition of slavery in the French territories in 1848, colonial and para-colonial architecture in Madagascar and the Mascarene Islands included the largest and costliest buildings in France's premodern empire. This unique architecture was shaped by...

Discover the rich tapestry of Toledo, Spain, in Albert Frederick Calvert's "Toledo, an Historical and Descriptive Account of the "City of Generations."" This meticulously researched work, originally published in 1907, offers a captivating journey through the city's vibrant past and stunning architectural landscape. Explore...

This is the official "Report of the United States Housing Corporation," dated December 3, 1918. This document provides a detailed account of the Corporation's activities and accomplishments during its period of operation. Created in response to the urgent need for housing during World War...

This pioneering study of one of the most lavish and costly interior decoration schemes ever carried out in England provides and unparalleled insight into George IV's patronage of the arts. Drawing on much previously unpublished material, including royal correspondence, original accounts and detailed inventories,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This is the first full-length study of the enigmatic Early Medieval chapel near the river Clitunno in central Umbria. Judson Emerick makes the Tempietto del Clitunno, a celebrated art-historical test case, the focus of a study that penetrates to the deep structure of the...

The importance of the leading British architect A. W. N. Pugin (1812-52) in the history of the Gothic Revival, the development of ecclesiology, the origins of the Arts and Crafts Movement, and in architectural theory is incontestable. His letters are vigorous, direct, often witty,...

Despite dictatorship, international sanctions, and the ravages of war, Baghdad endures with a surprisingly exceptional modern architectural heritage. This beautifully illustrated study reveals the splendors of early twentieth-century architecture that still stand on the streets of Iraq's capital.Caecilia Pieri's documentation foregrounds the physical reality...

"The Manors and Historic Homes of the Hudson Valley" is a comprehensive exploration of the architectural and social heritage of one of America's most storied regions. Written by Harold Donalds Eberlein, this work provides a detailed survey of the grand estates and significant residences...

Author: Fernando Luiz LaraISBN-10: 1527573877ISBN-13: 9781527573871Publisher: Cambridge Scholars PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/29/2021Pages: 196Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 8.00h x 6.00w x 0.60d

A tent for your terrier? A stroller for your Shiba? Bespoke canine designs from the world's leading architectural firmsIt is hard to believe that today's pampered, spoiled and mostly housebroken dogs are descended from wolves. Thousands of years of cross-breeding, gene selection and domestication...

This book is an original and focused academic examination of revivalism in architecture. It looks at how the past has and continues to shape our built environment and visual culture.With contributions by leading scholars and emerging names across the disciplines of architecture, architectural history,...

"Popular Dictionary Of Architecture And The Allied Arts, Volume 2" by William Audsley, is a comprehensive reference work for architects, builders, sculptors, decorative artists, and students of the arts. This volume continues the exploration of architectural terms, historical styles, and artistic techniques, providing detailed...

This edited volume follows the panel "Earth in Islamic Architecture" organised for the World Congress for Middle Eastern Studies (WOCMES) in Ankara, on the 19th of August 2014. Earthen architecture is well-known among archaeologists and anthropologists whose work extends from Central Asia to Spain,...

This book makes an important and compelling intervention in long-standing debates about social changes, the power of the aristocracy and the "Feudal Revolution" in the European central middles ages. At its core, the book asks how the élites of Europe - the ecclesiastical hierarchy...