Modern Architecture Since 1900
$64.83
- Paperback
736 pages
- Release Date
27 June 1996
Summary
Since its first publication in 1982, Modern Architecture Since 1900 has become established as a contemporary classic. Worldwide in scope, it combines a clear historical outline with masterly analysis and interpretation. Technical, economic, social and intellectual developments are brought together in a comprehensive narrative which provides a setting for the detailed examination of buildings. Throughout the book the author’s focus is on the individual architect, and on the qualities …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780714833569 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0714833568 |
| Author: | William J.R. Curtis |
| Publisher: | Phaidon Press Ltd |
| Imprint: | Phaidon Press Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 736 |
| Edition: | 3rd |
| Release Date: | 27 June 1996 |
| Weight: | 2.46kg |
| Dimensions: | 47mm x 210mm x 245mm |
| Audience Age: | 13-22 |
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Critics Review
‘This should be a standard volume in all architecture collections.’ Library Journal
‘the book is excellent value.’
Architects’ Journal
‘as close to a definitive guide to the architecture of our century as we yet have.’
Sunday Times
‘A book of this length and depth is an unimaginable achievement…’
Building Design
‘comprehensive, up-to-date and very readable.’
Sunday Telegraph
‘This should be a standard volume in all architecture collections.’
Library Journal
‘… the clearest and most authentic survey to appear in English. … Essential reading, indeed breath-taking reading’
Architecture New Zealand
William J.R. Curtis
William Curtis has won worldwide acclaim for his architectural writing. His books include Le Corbusier: Ideas and Forms and Denys Lasdun, both published by Phaidon.
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