Companions to the History of Architecture, 4 Volume Set

Inbunden, Engelska, 2017

Av Harry Francis Mallgrave, Harry Francis (Illinois Institute of Technology) Mallgrave

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Unprecedented in its in-depth coverage, and with over 500 illustrations, photographs, and architectural drawings the multi-volume Companion to the History of Architecture offers an indispensable resource on architectural thought and practice ranging from the 15th century to the present day. AUTHORITATIVE: Brings together an international team of over one hundred eminent historians, academics and practising architects USER-FRIENDLY: Accessibly structured into volumes organized both chronologically and thematically, spanning the architecture of the Medieval, Renaissance, and Enlightenment periods, through to the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries INCLUSIVE: Spans a broad and global range of issues, from the impact of war and religion on city architecture; its relationship with the public; and architecture and the sciences; to examples such as materials and Tectonic expression; Beaux-arts and the Gothic; and contemporary issues, such as contemporary architecture’s critical review of its cultural production, ecology, technological saturation, and ontological engagement with a world now largely urbanized   CUTTING-EDGE: Reviews the most recent developments in the field, including theory and practice from the past ten years, along with likely future developments in the history of architectureMULTI-FORMAT: Publishing simultaneously in print and online, providing an unparalleled reference work for students and scholars alike

Produktinformation

  • Utgivningsdatum2017-04-21
  • Mått211 x 279 x 208 mm
  • Vikt6 660 g
  • SpråkEngelska
  • Antal sidor3 320
  • FörlagJohn Wiley and Sons Ltd
  • EAN9781444338515