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America'S Architectural Roots: Ethnic Groups That Built America (Building Watchers Series)
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American Ethnic Building Traditions Blend Memory And Experience In Varying Proportions. Dell Upton Which Ethnic Groups Introduced The Log Cabin As A Lasting Symbol Of The American Frontier? Who Helped Turn The Front Porch Into An American Institution? Which Immigrants Built Saunas To Recall Old World Traditions? Where Did We Get Neat, Whitewashed Row Houses, Barn Paintings And Stuccoed Arches That Now Tell Us Where To Find Tacos And Tortillas? All Of These Pieces In America'S Architectural Mosaic Came From The Varied And Industrious Ethnic Groups That Built America. Native Peoples, Settlers Before The Revolution And 19Thcentury Immigrants Each Contributed Their Own Building Patterns To Help Create What We Call American Architecture. But Each Ethnic Tradition Was Changed By The Experience Of Building In America Adapted To New Terrains And Materials, Different Climates, Existing Forms And Styles. In The Process, A Distinctive New Architecture Developed, One Whose Multifaceted Origins Can Be Traced Just As Clearly As Can Ethnic Customs In Language And Food. America'S Architectural Roots Is The First Book To Explore The Ethnic Derivations Of American Buildings With Such A Broad Scope. The Contributions Of 22 Groups Are Highlighted In This Fascinating Overview That Provides An Important New Way Of Looking At The Buildings That Surround Us. Groups Covered Include: Afroamericans Belgians Chinese Czechs Danes Dutch English Finns French Germanrussians Germans Hawaiians Irish Japanese Mexicans Native Americans Norwegians Russians Spanish Swedes Swiss Ukrainians
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- Q: What is the main focus of America's Architectural Roots? A: America's Architectural Roots explores the ethnic influences on American architecture, highlighting how various ethnic groups contributed to the architectural landscape of the United States.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Dell Upton, an expert in architectural history.
- Q: What types of ethnic groups are covered in the book? A: The book covers contributions from 22 ethnic groups including Afro-Americans, Chinese, Irish, Germans, Native Americans, and many others.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: America's Architectural Roots contains 280 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on January 1, 1987.
- Q: Is the book available in different formats? A: This edition is available in paperback format.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, indicating it has been used but is still in decent shape.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from reading this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the diverse architectural traditions brought by different ethnic groups and how these traditions have shaped American buildings.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic purposes? A: Yes, America's Architectural Roots is suitable for academic study, especially for those interested in architecture, history, and cultural studies.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: The book may include illustrations or photographs to support the text, enhancing the understanding of architectural styles discussed.