""Towers and Spires: Their Design and Arrangement"" is a book written by Edmund Tyrrell Green and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive guide to the design and arrangement of towers and spires, covering everything from the historical development of these structures to the practical considerations involved in their construction. The book begins with an overview of the history of towers and spires, tracing their development from ancient times to the present day. It then goes on to explore the various types of towers and spires, including church towers, clock towers, and bell towers, and provides detailed information on their design and construction.Throughout the book, Green emphasizes the importance of careful planning and attention to detail in the design and construction of towers and spires. He provides numerous examples of successful designs, as well as cautionary tales of structures that failed due to poor planning or construction.Overall, ""Towers and Spires: Their Design and Arrangement"" is a valuable resource for architects, engineers, and anyone interested in the history and construction of these iconic structures. It provides a wealth of information on every aspect of tower and spire design, from the practical considerations of construction to the aesthetic principles that make these structures such enduring symbols of human achievement.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : California Books, Miami, FL, Etats-Unis
Etat : New. N° de réf. du vendeur I-9781167219115
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles