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The Man In The Glass House: Philip Johnson, Architect Of The Modern Century
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A Smoothly Written And Fairminded (Wall Street Journal) Biography Of Architect Philip Johnson A Finalist For The National Book Critic'S Circle Award.When Philip Johnson Died In 2005 At The Age Of 98, He Was Still One Of The Most Recognizable And Influential Figures On The American Cultural Landscape. The First Recipient Of The Pritzker Prize And Moma'S Founding Architectural Curator, Johnson Made His Mark As One Of America'S Leading Architects With His Famous Glass House In New Caanan, Ct, And His Controversial At&T Building In Nyc, Among Many Others In Nearly Every City In The Country But His Most Natural Role Was As A Consummate Power Broker And Shaper Of Public Opinion.Johnson Introduced European Modernism The Sleek, Glassandsteel Architecture That Now Dominates Our Cities To America, And Mentored Generations Of Architects, Designers, And Artists To Follow. He Defined The Era Of Starchitecture With Its Flamboyant Buildings And Celebrity Designers Who Esteemed Aesthetics And Style Above All Other Concerns. But Johnson Was Also A Man Of Deep Paradoxes: He Was A Nazi Sympathizer, A Designer Of Synagogues, An Enfant Terrible Into His Old Age, A Populist, And A Snob. His Clients Ranged From The Rockefellers To Televangelists To Donald Trump.Awardwinning Architectural Critic And Biographer Mark Lamster'S The Man In The Glass House Lifts The Veil On Johnson'S Controversial And Endlessly Contradictory Life To Tell The Story Of A Charming Yet Deeply Flawed Man. A Rollercoaster Tale Of The Perils Of Wealth, Privilege, And Ambition, This Book Probes The Dynamics Of American Culture That Made Him So Powerful, And Tells The Story Of The Built Environment In Modern America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'The Man in the Glass House'? A: 'The Man in the Glass House' is a biography of architect Philip Johnson, detailing his influential career and complex personal life.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Mark Lamster, an award-winning architectural critic.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 528 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Man in the Glass House' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'The Man in the Glass House' published? A: The book was published on November 6, 2018.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'The Man in the Glass House'.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this biography? A: Readers can expect to learn about Philip Johnson's contributions to modern architecture and the contradictions in his life and career.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in architecture? A: Yes, it is particularly suitable for those interested in architecture, design, and American cultural history.
- Q: Are there any notable awards associated with this book? A: The biography was a finalist for the National Book Critic's Circle Award, highlighting its critical acclaim.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Man in the Glass House'? A: The book explores themes of wealth, privilege, ambition, and the complexities of the American cultural landscape.