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Louis Kahn to Anne Tyng: The Rome Letters, 19531954,Used
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After maintaining a professional and personal relationship with Louis Kahn for seven years, Anne Griswold Tyng departed in the autumn of 1953 for Rome. During her year in Italy, where their daughter was born, Kahn wrote weekly to Tyng, and his correspondence to her is published here for the first time. The fiftythree letters document not only their intense private relationship, but also give a vibrant account of the experience of a brilliant young architect on the cusp of achieving international renown.Anne Tyng's introduction and epilogue frame Kahn's letters within the contexts of both their personal histories. Tyng's account of her own extraordinary life growing up as the child of missionaries in China, fleeing political turmoil on the eye of the Communist Revolution although factual, often reads like adventure fiction, and reveals Tyng to be a gifted writer. She also records the sequence of Kahn's and her work together, including their collaboration on such seminal works as the Yale University Art Gallery and the Trenton Bathhouse, as well as her independent architectural projects.Kahn's letters, together with Anne Tyng's intimate essays, vividly capture the professional politics of the modern architecture scene such prominent figures as Philip Johnson, Eero and Aline Saarinen, Vincent Scully, George Howe, Pier Luigi Nervi, and Robert Venturi make appearances and illuminate the creative processes at work in the early stages of Kahn's emergence as one of the most influential architects of the twentieth century.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Louis Kahn to Anne Tyng: The Rome Letters, 1953-1954'? A: The book centers around the correspondence between Louis Kahn and Anne Tyng during her time in Rome, capturing their personal relationship and Kahn's journey as an emerging architect.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Anne Griswold Tyng, who provides personal insights and context to the letters from Louis Kahn.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book consists of 224 pages filled with letters and contextual essays.
- Q: When was 'Louis Kahn to Anne Tyng: The Rome Letters' published? A: The book was published on December 15, 1997.
- Q: What condition is this book in? A: This copy is classified as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition.
- Q: Does the book include any historical context? A: Yes, Anne Tyng's introduction and epilogue provide historical context about their relationship and the architectural scene during that time.
- Q: Are there any notable figures mentioned in the book? A: Yes, the book mentions prominent figures in architecture such as Philip Johnson, Eero Saarinen, and Robert Venturi.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in architecture? A: Absolutely, it offers valuable insights into modern architecture and the creative processes of Louis Kahn.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other architectural biographies? A: The unique aspect is the personal correspondence between Kahn and Tyng, providing an intimate look at their relationship and Kahn's professional journey.