A Descriptive and Historical Account of Various Palaces, and Public Buildings, English and Foreign (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

J. N. Brewer

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1331141338 ISBN 13 : 9781331141334

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore grand halls, royal residences, and eminent buildings through a detailed, historical lens. This volume offers a vivid survey of famous palaces and public structures in England and abroad, enhanced by biographical notices of their founders, builders, and notable figures.

This edition presents carefully described architecture, contextual history, and the people who shaped these impressive places. It blends architectural insight with social and cultural storytelling, inviting readers to see how buildings reflect national tastes and historical moments.

• Clear explanations of design, scale, and style across major European sites


• Biographical context that illuminates the minds and motives behind each project


• Connections between architecture, politics, and cultural aspirations of their eras


• Engaging notes on the origins and fate of famous structures, with period illustrations

Ideal for history and architecture enthusiasts, students, and readers who enjoy richly described historic places and the people who built them. This edition helps you appreciate how great buildings tell stories beyond their walls.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1331141338
• ISBN 13: 9781331141334
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 339
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