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History of architecture

Paperback. The great Gothic cathedrals of Europe are among the most astonishing achievements of Western culture. This title explores why medieval people built Gothic cathedrals, how they built them, what conception of the divine lay behind their creation, and how religious and secular leaders used cathedrals for social and political purposes. Num Pages: 320 pages, 41 b/w photographs, 2 tables. BIC Classification: AMN; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 143 x 19. Weight in Grams: 504. A Guide to Understanding the Medieval Cathedral. 320 pages, Illustrations, maps. The great Gothic cathedrals of Europe are among the most astonishing achievements of Western culture. This title explores why medieval people built Gothic cathedrals, how they built them, what conception of the divine lay behind their creation, and how religious and secular leaders used cathedrals for social and political purposes. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: AMN; AMX. Dimension: 234 x 143 x 19. Weight: 500.
Publisher
University of California Press
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
With a New Preface
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520269996
ISBN
9780520269996
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 22.72

Hardback. Num Pages: 256 pages, 75 color illus. 75 halftones. BIC Classification: AMVD; AMX; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 193 x 351 x 23. Weight in Grams: 908.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691171814
ISBN
9780691171814
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 51.99
€ 36.91

Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, 100 b & w. BIC Classification: 1FKA; AMX; WTHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 142 x 16. Weight in Grams: 334.
Publisher
Roli Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
2014th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9788174369185
ISBN
9788174369185
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.44

Hardcover. Whatever happened to the last utopian thinkers of the city? Num Pages: 240 pages, 15 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: AMX; HPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 140. Weight in Grams: 567.
Publisher
Verso Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781689752
ISBN
9781781689752
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.07

Paperback. A comprehensive travel guide dedicated to Germany's Bauhaus architecture, this book takes an in-depth look at over 100 locations that can still be visited today. Num Pages: 304 pages, 231 illustrations, 109 in colour. BIC Classification: ACXD; AMX; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 135. .
Publisher
Prestel
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
01st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9783791382531
ISBN
9783791382531
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 19.73

Hardback. Series: Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England. Num Pages: 800 pages, 120 color illus. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMD; AMX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 131 x 223 x 41. Weight in Grams: 838.
Publisher
Yale University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300215595
ISBN
9780300215595
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 69.95
€ 54.20

Hardback. Winchester is not only unrivalled for medieval architecture but like many of the smaller towns, such as Alton and Alresford, has some of the most charming streets in the southern counties. The countryside is rich in small villages and an abundance of houses and gardens of the Arts and Crafts Movement. Series: Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England. Num Pages: 800 pages, 120 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESH; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 123 x 38. Weight in Grams: 916.
Publisher
Yale University Press United States
Number of pages
800
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300120844
ISBN
9780300120844
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 69.95
€ 53.84

Paperback. Explores the rich and fascinating history of Lichfield through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures. Series: In 50 Buildings. Num Pages: 96 pages, 100. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMS; AMX; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 167 x 14. Weight in Grams: 286.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445659817
ISBN
9781445659817
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.42

Paperback. Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Gothic and Gothic Revival, or how to distinguish between Baroque and Neoclassical? This guide makes extensive use of photographs to identify and explain the characteristic features of nearly 300 buildings. Num Pages: 240 pages, 350 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AMC; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 175 x 231 x 22. Weight in Grams: 784.
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Laurence King Publishing
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780671635
ISBN
9781780671635
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 19.24

Paperback. By learning how to identify the stylistic phases that resulted from shifts in architectural fashion, it is possible to date each part of a church to within a decade or two. This book introduces key features of each succeeding style, from Anglo-Saxon and Norman through to the three great gothic styles, Early English, Decorated and Perpendicular. Series: Shire Library. Num Pages: 96 pages, illustrations (chiefly colour). BIC Classification: AMN; AMX; HBLC1; HRCC2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 215 x 6. Weight in Grams: 242.
Publisher
Shire Publications Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780747812128
ISBN
9780747812128
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.67

Hardback. From the misty Levels to the heights of Exmoor and the Mendips, the Somerset landscape in enriched by buildings of outstanding quality and interest. This expertly revised and enlarged survey is a suitable architectural companion to one of England's most beautiful regions. Series: Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England. Num Pages: 800 pages, 120 colour images + 70 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 163 x 42. Weight in Grams: 900.
Publisher
Yale University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300207408
ISBN
9780300207408
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 69.95
€ 53.73

Paperback. Featuring over 200 photographs, this stunning book by renowned television historian Dan Cruickshank tells the history of architecture through the stories of 100 iconic buildings Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130. .
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2019
Condition
New
SKU
V9780007581085
ISBN
9780007581085
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 12.61

Hardcover. Drawing on examples from surviving medieval churches in England, the author gives a voice to the secret graffiti artists from the lord of the manor and the parish priest to the people who built the church itself. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; ACK; AFJG; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 144 x 29. Weight in Grams: 402.
Publisher
Ebury Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780091960414
ISBN
9780091960414
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.09

Paperback. As a reaction to rationalism and functionalist Moderne, the post-modern style developed in the 1970s; the idea was that architecture was to acquire a new identity by employing traditional means. This book analyzes discrepancies in architectural theory and the processes that led to a revaluation in the history of architectural production. Editor(s): Moravanszky, Akos; Lange, Torsten; Hopfengartner, Judith; Kegler, Karl. Num Pages: 336 pages, 145 colour illustrations, 145 farb. Abb. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJP; AMX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 168 x 248 x 23. Weight in Grams: 822.
Publisher
Birkhauser
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9783035610178
ISBN
9783035610178
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 43.25

Paperback. A History of Bristol in 50 Buildings explores the city's past, from its origins to the present day, through its architecture. Series: In 50 Buildings. Num Pages: 96 pages, 80. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165. .
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445650050
ISBN
9781445650050
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.51

Hardback. Series: Pevsner Architectural Guides. Num Pages: 680 pages, 120 color illus. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAS; AMX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 131 x 41. Weight in Grams: 794.
Publisher
Yale University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300196542
ISBN
9780300196542
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 69.95
€ 54.27

Hardback. Editor(s): Ostwald, Michael J.; Williams, Kim. Num Pages: 735 pages, 350 black & white illustrations, 58 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: AMX; PBW; PBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 168 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1186.
Publisher
Birkhauser Verlag AG Switzerland
Number of pages
735
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2015th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319001364
ISBN
9783319001364
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 201.70

Hardback. Num Pages: 208 pages, 250 colour photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBBFS; AJC; AMK; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 288 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1312.
Publisher
Gibbs M. Smith Inc
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781423638513
ISBN
9781423638513
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 29.71

Paperback. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJP; AMX; WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 197 x 34. Weight in Grams: 436.
Publisher
Old Street Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781908699893
ISBN
9781908699893
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.17

Paperback. Editor(s): Groves, Nicholas. Num Pages: Colour and b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAN; AMN; AMX; HBJD1; HRCC2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 236 x 14. Weight in Grams: 210.
Publisher
Lasse Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780993306921
ISBN
9780993306921
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 14.16

Hardcover. Num Pages: 288 pages, 104 colour illus, 12 b/w illus & 10 sepia illus. BIC Classification: AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 248 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1794.
Publisher
Esefeld, Jorg u. Traub, Johannes. edition esefeld & traub Germany
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9783980988766
ISBN
9783980988766
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 68.78
€ 48.59

Hardback. Modernism was instrumental in the development of twentieth and twenty-first century Scandinavian architecture. This book covers the romantic and classical architectural foundations of Nordic modernism; the development of Nordic Functionalism; and the maturing and expansion of Nordic modern architecture in the post-war period. Num Pages: 144 pages, 100 colour photographs. BIC Classification: 1DN; 3JH; 3JJ; 3JM; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 327 x 15. Weight in Grams: 602.
Publisher
The Crowood Press Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785002366
ISBN
9781785002366
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 25.57

Paperback. Using specialist lenses and techniques to capture distant and inaccessible detail, Michael Rimmer's photographs reveal the unseen beauty of East Anglia's angel roofs and the vision of the medieval craftsmen who made them. Num Pages: 142 pages, 4 maps, 78 colour images, 4 black & white images, 6 diagrams. BIC Classification: 1DBKEA; 3H; AMN; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 192 x 255 x 9. Weight in Grams: 384.
Publisher
Lutterworth Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780718893699
ISBN
9780718893699
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.16

Hardcover. This seminal volume, now back in print in a new format and at a reduced price, offers a deeply immersive tour of Frank Lloyd Wright's most legendary building Editor(s): Waggoner, Lynda S. Num Pages: 328 pages, 300 Colour and black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBEP; 3JJPG; AMB; AMKD; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 253 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1670.
Publisher
Rizzoli
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reissue
Condition
New
SKU
V9780847848478
ISBN
9780847848478
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 42.31

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