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The Building News and Engineering Journal, Vol. 85 - Softcover

July To December, 1903

 
9781334134401: The Building News and Engineering Journal, Vol. 85

Synopsis

This book provides a detailed study of Victorian architecture, examining its development during the Victorian era and beyond. The author harnesses a thematic approach, discussing significant trends such as the Gothic revival, early Victorian classicism, and the rise of late Victorian domestic architecture. The text explores the shifting motivations behind architectural tastes and styles, considering socio-economic and cultural forces as well as the influence of major figures, including A.W.N Pugin, Charles Barry, and Alfred Waterhouse. The book offers new insights into the complex relationship between architecture and society during this transformative period, with many illustrations and case studies to illuminate the discussion. The author's approach provides a fresh perspective on a subject replete with historiography, making this book a significant contribution to the study of Victorian architecture.

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