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  History of Western Architecture, 3rd Edition
History of Western Architecture, 3rd Edition

 
Throughout the book the author's approach is to see architectural history as a living continuity rather than as a museum of neatly labelled styles. In particular, he emphasizes the validity and vitality of the Classical language of architecture, which links, for example, the work of Ictinus in fifth-century Athens with that of McKim, Mead and White in 20th Century New York. This authoritative, comprehensive and highly illustrated survey provides a fresh perspective which will be invaluable to students and anyone interested in the history of architecture.  Discontinued Item. Limited Availability.

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Author: David Watkin
Format: Softcover
Copyright: 2000
Pages: 704
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This highly acclaimed book is particularly valuable for its unique approach to architectural history. The author explores structures not as separate, neatly labeled museum pieces, but as a vital, living continuity across the ages, covering every major milestone of Western architecture in probing detail.

The third edition of this standard reference work has been substantially revised and expanded to take account of the latest developments in architectural history, as well as being completely redesigned.

Throughout the book the author's approach is to see architectural history as a living continuity rather than as a museum of neatly labeled styles. In particular, he emphasizes the validity and vitality of the Classical language of architecture, which links, for example, the work of Ictinus in fifth-century Athens with that of McKim, Mead and White in 20th Century New York. This authoritative, comprehensive and highly illustrated survey provides a fresh perspective which will be invaluable to students and anyone interested in the history of architecture.

 

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