pp: 212. Ando is a self-taught architect known for his blending of architecture and landscape. This book, written around an interview with Ando, explores the influence of the Buddhist concept of nothingness on Ando?s Christian architecture. It specifically features his churches, such as Church of Light, and links the design within Mahayabna Buddhism, highlighting the relationship bewteen two religions. The book is illustrated with photographs, architectural drawings, and sketches. It is near fine with only minor signs of edge wear on the covers.

Seller Inventory # 008994

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title

NOTHINGNESS: TADAO ANDO'S CHRISTIAN SACRED SPACE **FIRST EDITION**

Publisher

Routledge, Abingdon, England

Publication Date

2009

Language

English

ISBN 10

0415478545

ISBN 13

9780415478540

Binding

Soft cover

Edition

1st Edition

Condition

Near Fine

Dust Jacket Condition

Not Issued

Weight

0.6 kilograms

Seller catalogs

About this title

Synopsis

Based around an interview with Tadao Ando, this book explores the influence of the Buddhist concept of nothingness on Ando’s Christian architecture, and sheds new light on the cultural significance of the buildings of one of the world’s leading contemporary architects.

Specifically, this book situates Ando’s churches, particularly his world-renowned Church of the Light (1989), within the legacy of nothingness expounded by Kitaro Nishida (1870-1945), the father of the Kyoto Philosophical School.

Linking Ando’s Christian architecture with a philosophy originating in Mahayana Buddhism illuminates the relationship between the two religious systems, as well as tying Ando’s architecture to the influence of Nishida on post-war Japanese art and culture.

About the Author

Jin Baek is Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture at Pennsylvania State University. His research interests include the cross-cultural issues between East Asia and the West in architecture and urbanism.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

MAPLE RIDGE BOOKS
ON, Canada

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

MAPLE RIDGE BOOKS, 15 Oakside Drive, Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada L9P2A4. Phone 905-851-1221. Email is mapleridgebooks@gmail.com. As a lone proprietor, no tax number is required and no tax is assessed by Maple Ridge Books.
Please contact the seller before returning any books not as described or for other reasons as listed in Abebooks.
Books will be sent surface mail unless otherwise directed. If other shipping methods are required, please add that information at the time of the order.
The usual shi...

More Information

Shipping Terms

Orders usually ship within 2 business days. Shipping costs are required to be set.
However, I may contact you if shipping costs are substantially higher than the set
amount. If rates are lower, you will receive a notification and partial refund through Abebooks.

Shipping rates from Canada to U.S.A.

Shipping rates from Canada to U.S.A.
Order quantity	5 to 25 business days	3 to 21 business days
First item	US$ 9.50	US$ 30.00

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.