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In this inspiring and innovative overview, Jonathan Glancey brings a fresh approach and unique personal insights into the continuing story of 5,000 years of world architecture. From the ziggurat at Ur to the Buddhist temples of Southeast Asia via Romanesque arcades, Gothic steeples, Baroque palaces, and Modernist apartment buildings, this accessible and lively narrative reveals the geographical, historical, and cultural influences that permeate these structures. Significant stylistic developments in architecture are also highlighted, while the structural and technical innovations that enabled architects to progress are skillfully introduced and clearly explained. Throughout this richly illustrated history, special features are devoted to the world's most influential and innovative architects, from Palladio to Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright. These features showcase the architects' masterpieces and offer absorbing glimpses into their lives. Lavishly illustrated, stylishly presented, and written with both authority and flair, this exceptional book is guaranteed to appeal to the informed enthusiast and curious newcomer alike.
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well done,
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This review is from: Story Of Architecture (Paperback)
This is the textbook for (what is effectively) a history of architecture class in my engineering program. The book is well organized and beautifully illustrated and set. The author has some opinions, and is entertaining and informative to read.
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Great book to review the history of architecture, it is concise and well illustrated.
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