The Progress of Architecture in Relation to Ventilation, Warming, Lighting, Fire-Proofing, Acoustics, and The General Preservation of Health. Written by D.B. Reid. An article published by the Smithsonian Institution in 1856; 40 pages.

ARCHITECTURE AND PUBLIC HEALTH

Published by Smithsonian Institution, Washington, 1856

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Reid surveys nineteenth century architectural progress in ventilation, heating, lighting, fire proofing, acoustics, and sanitation, arguing that building design must serve the preservation of health. 40 pages. An authentic standalone article, extracted from a larger volume. Not a reprint or reproduction, but an original work in its own right. Preserved in a modern card cover, prepared for practicality - an unassuming but serviceable presentation that favours function over finery. Size: 16 x 24 cms. Category: Smithsonian Institution; Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Progress of Architecture in Relation to Ventilation, Warming, Lighting, Fire-Proofing, Acoustics, and The General Preservation of Health. Written by D.B. Reid. An article published by the Smithsonian Institution in 1856; 40 pages.
• Publisher: Smithsonian Institution, Washington
• Publication Date: 1856
• Binding: Booklet - Unbound Pages
• Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Smithsonian Institution