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Mies Van Der Rohe: A Critical Biography
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Franz Schulze'S Acclaimed Biography Is A Captivating Story Of The Life, Designs, And Ideas That Made Mies Van Der Rohe One Of The World'S Most Celebrated Modern Architects.The Most Comprehensive Book Ever Written About The Master Designer And, By Any Measure, The Best....This Is A Genuinely Readable Book....Because No Writer Has Ever Before Probed Into Mies'S Life At Such Depth, We Have Here The First Definitive Reconstruction Of The Architect'S Personal Habits, Loves, Fears, Triumphs, Loneliness And (In His Old Age) Agonies.Paul Gapp, Chicago TribuneA Herculean, Generally Successful Effort To Present Mies'S Work In Terms Of Both Character And Context....The Substance Is Impressive And Much Of The Material Is Fresh And Revealing....This Book Has Obviously Been A Long Labor Of Love And Respect For Which No Source Has Been Left Untouched.Ada Louise Huxtable, New York Times Book ReviewSchulze'S Excellent Book...Is Absolutely Worthy Of Its Subject. Soundly Researched, Vividly Detailed, And Hard To Fault Critically, It Is The Most Complete Survey Ever Written Of Mies'[S] Life And Works....No One Else Has Approached Schulze'S Achievement In Telling The Whole Story Over Eight Decades.Allan Temko, San Francisco Chronicle ReviewSchulze Has Both The Gift Of An Architectural Historian Able To Render Mies'S Building Innovations And That Of A Biographer Able To Paint The Humanity And Shortcomings Of The Man.Jane Holtz Kay, Christian Science MonitorBy Its Broad Scope, Its Eloquent Style, And, Above All, Its Prodigious Scholarship, This Book Clearly Establishes Itself As An Indispensable Volume For The Library Of The Serious Mies Scholar.Louis Rocah, Journal Of The Society Of Architectural HistoriansIn Schulze'S Hands Mies Is No Longer The Impassive Monolith He Has Sometimes Seemed To Be, But A Complex Human Being Whose Varying Moods Reflected And Affected The Vicissitudes Of His Life And Work....Yet, In This Model Architectural Biography, [Schulze] Also Knows And Brilliantly Demonstrates The Integral Nexus Of Architecture And Life.Thomas S. Hines, Progressive ArchitectureFranz Schulze'S Mies Van Der A Critical Biography Captivates From The Very First Paragraph....The Writer Is A Skillful Storyteller. In His Hands, Mies'S Life Acquires The Intensity And Dramatic Progression Of A Novel.Juan Pablo Bonta, Design Book ReviewA Revelation....The Man Who Emerges From Its Pages Is Not Cold And Rational But Exuberant And Illogical.Donald Davis, Newsweek[A] Readable, Wellresearched And Sympathetic Biography.Mark Girouard, Washington Post Book WorldThe Standard Life Of Mies For Some Time To Come.William H. Jordy, The New Criterion[A] Distinguished And Eloquent Biography.Paul Goldberger, New York Times[A] Magnificent Biography.Diana Ketcham, The Oakland Tribune
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Mies Van Der Rohe: A Critical Biography'? A: The biography focuses on the life, designs, and philosophical ideas of Mies van der Rohe, exploring his contributions to modern architecture and providing an in-depth look at his personal habits and experiences.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The author of 'Mies Van Der Rohe: A Critical Biography' is Franz Schulze, who is recognized for his thorough research and engaging writing style.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Mies Van Der Rohe: A Critical Biography' is available in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are there in the book? A: The book contains 355 pages, offering a comprehensive overview of Mies van der Rohe's life and work.
- Q: When was 'Mies Van Der Rohe: A Critical Biography' published? A: The biography was published on January 1, 1985.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to architecture? A: Yes, the book is well-written and accessible, making it suitable for both newcomers to architecture and those familiar with Mies van der Rohe's work.
- Q: What are some notable reviews of this biography? A: The book has received positive reviews from sources like Paul Gapp of the Chicago Tribune and Ada Louise Huxtable of the New York Times, praising its depth and readability.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations or photographs of Mies van der Rohe's work? A: While the primary focus is on the biography, it may include some illustrations and photographs to complement the text, though specific content may vary.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its first edition, providing readers with the original text as authored by Franz Schulze.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: 'Mies Van Der Rohe: A Critical Biography' is offered in new condition, ensuring a quality reading experience.