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Western Architecture: A Survey from Ancient Greece to the Present (World of Art),New
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Western Architecture is an original and farreaching survey of the history of architecture in Europe and North America, from ancient Greece to the present. From the earliest classical temples to today's achievements, over two thousand years of Western architectural history are summarized. Every architectural style is the product of an ideology, and the author shows how the buildings of Greece and Rome, of the Early Christian and Byzantine centuries, of the Gothic Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Enlightenment grew out of their respective cultures. In the nineteenth century the story in Europe and North America became more complicated, with the competing forces of Romanticism and industrial functionalism leading to apparently contradictory resultsa situation that continues today in the clash between postmodernism and hightech. But perspectives change, and every decade has its own views of the past. Eastern Europe has inevitably been underrepresented in Western criticism since 1945; Czech Baroque, Polish Neoclassicism, and Hungarian Art Nouveau provide some unexpected revelations. Illustrated throughout with photographs closely linked to the text, this is a guide for the student and general reader to follow into the twentyfirst century. 456 blackandwhite illustrations
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Western Architecture: A Survey from Ancient Greece to the Present'? A: The book provides a comprehensive survey of the history of architecture in Europe and North America, covering styles from ancient Greece to contemporary achievements, highlighting the cultural ideologies that influenced various architectural movements.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Western Architecture: A Survey from Ancient Greece to the Present' is Ian Sutton.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in 'Very Good' condition, ensuring a quality reading experience.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 384 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is a paperback.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on April 17, 1999.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features 456 black-and-white illustrations that are closely linked to the text, enhancing the understanding of architectural history.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features include a new condition, mint quality, same-day dispatch for orders received before 12 noon, guaranteed packaging, and a no-quibbles return policy.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students and general readers? A: Yes, 'Western Architecture' is designed as a guide for both students and general readers interested in architectural history.
- Q: Does this book cover Eastern European architecture? A: Yes, the book addresses Eastern European architecture, highlighting Czech Baroque, Polish Neoclassicism, and Hungarian Art Nouveau as underrepresented subjects in Western criticism.