Historic American Buildings Survey. National Trust for Historic Preservation. Very slight edgewear, clean and tight. Nifty little book in good condition.

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Bibliographic Details

Title

What Style Is It? A Guide to American Architecture (Building Watcher's Series)

Publisher

The Preservation Press, Washington, D.C.

Publication Date

1983

Language

English

ISBN 10

0891331166

ISBN 13

9780891331162

Binding

Soft cover

Edition

First Edition

Condition

Very Good

Dust Jacket Condition

No Jacket

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Architecture

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Synopsis

Measures 4.25x10 inches. 112p. Portable guide designed for easy identification of buildings. Illustrated chapters include Early Colonial, Georgian, Gothic Revival, Art Deco, Richardsonian Romanesque, Chicago Style, Prairie Style, and more. Glossary. Bibliography.

From the Publisher

Designed for easy identification of buildings, this picture and prose handbook offers a unique overview of U.S. architectural styles. Individual chapters on 22 of the most important styles including Gothic Revival, Art Deco, Richardsonian Romanesque and Prairie School provide a concise look at the history and appearance of each.

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