A History of Architecture for the Student, Craftsman, and Amateur: Being a Comparative View of the Historical Styles, from the Earliest Period (1896 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104593803)

""A History of Architecture for the Student, Craftsman, and Amateur: Being a Comparative View of the Historical Styles, from the Earliest Period"" is a comprehensive guide to the evolution of architecture from its earliest beginnings to the late 19th century. Written by Banister Fletcher in 1896, this book is intended for students, craftsmen, and amateurs who are interested in the study of architecture.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers the history of architecture from prehistoric times to the Renaissance, while the second part covers the Renaissance to the late 19th century. Each period is described in detail, with illustrations and photographs of notable buildings and structures.Fletcher's writing style is clear and concise, making the book easy to read and understand. He provides a comparative view of the historical styles, highlighting the similarities and differences between them. The book also includes a glossary of architectural terms, making it a useful reference tool for students and professionals alike.Overall, ""A History of Architecture for the Student, Craftsman, and Amateur"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of architecture. It provides a thorough overview of the subject, and its clear writing style and illustrations make it accessible to readers of all levels.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Banister Fletcher
ISBN-10: 1104593807
ISBN-13: 9781104593803
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2009
Pages: 548
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.60lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.11d