This book explores the artistic development and human qualities of ancient civilisations through their surviving architectural styles. The author examines moments when art reveals the characteristics of the people who created it, showing how different races are represented by their unique building styles. From Egyptian pyramids to Greek temples, Roman amphitheatres, Gothic cathedrals, and Islamic mosques, the book uncovers the distinct qualities and shared human experiences that shaped these architectural masterpieces. The author's analysis and insights provide a fresh perspective on the human story embedded within the structures that define our world.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the artistic development and human qualities of ancient civilisations through their surviving architectural styles. The author examines moments when art reveals the characteristics of the people who created it, showing how different races are represented by their unique building styles. From Egyptian pyramids to Greek temples, Roman amphitheatres, Gothic cathedrals, and Islamic mosques, the book uncovers the distinct qualities and shared human experiences that shaped these architectural masterpieces. The author's analysis and insights provide a fresh perspective on the human story embedded within the structures that define our world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334236440_0
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