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Modern Architecture Since 1900 [Paperback]

William J.R. Curtis (Author)

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Paperback: 736 pages
Publisher: Phaidon Press (Jun 27 1996)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0714833568
ISBN-13: 978-0714833569
Product Dimensions: 24.3 x 21 x 4 cm
Shipping Weight: 2 Kg

Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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This third edition of the 1982 original has been greatly revised?seven additional chapters?to reflect new developments since its initial release. The volume's well-detailed text is buttressed with 650 color and black-and-white illustrations. This should be a standard volume in all architecture collections.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Since its first publication in 1985, Modern Architecture Since 1900 has become established as a contemporary classic. Worldwide in scope, the book combines a clear historical outline with masterly analysis and interpretation. Throughout the book, the author's focus is on the individual architect, and on the qualities that give outstanding buildings their lasting value. The third edition incorporates much new knowledge and a fresh appreciation of regional identity and variety. c.650 illustrations, 300 in color.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for students, Jan 15 2004

Marie-Claude Johnson (Montr�al, Quebec Canada) - See all my reviews
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This is a wonderful book for students. All is clear and easy to understand.
I recommend it to all.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional book, Oct 17 2003

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Since several others have shared similar comments, all I can do is confirm that this is truly an exceptional book, filled with very informative and well-written text and many rare illustrations.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Changed my life - literally, July 29 2003

Jennifer L. Nightingale (New York, United States) - See all my reviews

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During sophomore year at a small liberal arts college, I was an art history major who just happened to take "The History of Modern Architecture." Our literature for the 20th century was this book. May I add that by the end of the semester (and the book, I DARE you to read all of it) I decided to become an architect? This sort of critical survey changes the way you look at buildings, especially in the United States where so much of our architecture IS relatively modern or somehow fits into the grand scheme of modern architecture. Its a tough read at times, but it has been my Bible to use as a reference, as inspiration. The thing weighs a TON and you can bet I lugged it with me all the way to Italy when I studied there for a year! So if think architecture might be interesting to you but you don't know much about it, PLEASE buy this book. It is a fantastic resource and a very rewarding read. Thorough, with lots of pictures and a great flow and organization. If anything, it will give you an incredibly new appreciation of the architecture around us.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A very impressive survey of Modern Architecture
Modern Architecture since 1900 is an impressive overview, delving into the late 18th century and 19th century roots as well. Mr. Read more

Published on Dec 4 2002 by James Ferguson

4.0 out of 5 stars nice condensed volume
What I found most appealing was Curtis's frequent inclusion of the ideational content of the architecture, a view of architecture as a result of so many cultural forces, which... Read more

Published on Jun 11 2000 by mcgee22