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The Old Way of Seeing (And How to Get It Back),New
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This fresh and provocative book answers a question that countless people have asked about our manmade world: How did things get so ugly? We have all admired the natural grace of old buildings and wondered why modern architects seem to have such a hard time creating their equal. We live in a time when only a few gifted and dedicated teams of designers can produce buildings that approach the beauty of these that eighteenthcentury carpenters created all by themselves. What went wrong? In this fascinating tour of our buildings and our social history, Jonathan Hale examines the historical moment in the 1830s when builders and architects began to lose their sense of surety about what they were doing. He explores the societal pressures that turned buildings from pure efforts at expression into structures laden with symbols. Most important, he uncovers in terms the lay reader can easily understand the principles that animate great architecture, no matter what its style or period. In The
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Old Way of Seeing'? A: The main theme of 'The Old Way of Seeing' revolves around the decline of architectural beauty in modern society, exploring how societal pressures and changes in design philosophy have impacted the aesthetics of buildings since the 1830s.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Old Way of Seeing' is Jonathan Hale.
- Q: What is the page count of 'The Old Way of Seeing'? A: 'The Old Way of Seeing' contains 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Old Way of Seeing' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Old Way of Seeing'? A: 'The Old Way of Seeing' was published on January 1, 1995.
- Q: In what category is 'The Old Way of Seeing' classified? A: 'The Old Way of Seeing' is classified under the category of Architecture.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'The Old Way of Seeing' is listed as being in good condition.
- Q: Does 'The Old Way of Seeing' offer insights for lay readers? A: Yes, 'The Old Way of Seeing' is written in a way that makes its insights accessible to lay readers, explaining complex architectural principles in understandable terms.
- Q: What makes 'The Old Way of Seeing' different from other architecture books? A: 'The Old Way of Seeing' is unique in its focus on the historical and societal factors that have influenced architectural design, rather than just technical aspects.
- Q: Is there a specific architectural style discussed in 'The Old Way of Seeing'? A: 'The Old Way of Seeing' discusses various architectural styles, particularly focusing on the beauty of buildings created in the 18th century compared to modern architecture.