Great Architecture of the World Hardcover Book

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Great Architecture of the World.
This book is an illustrated history from Stonehenge to the Twentieth Century.
The book is … Read more Great Architecture of the World.
This book is an illustrated history from Stonehenge to the Twentieth Century.
The book is edited by John Julius Norwich. It was first published in 1975.
About the book:
* Content: The book presents a comprehensive overview of world architecture throughout history. While it focuses heavily on Western architecture from ancient times up to shortly after World War II, it also includes chapters on architecture from China, Japan, India, the Islamic world, and pre-Columbian cultures.
* Illustrations: It is known for its high-quality illustrations, including nearly 800 images, that allow viewing from inside and outside buildings.
* Editor: The book is edited by John Julius Norwich, a well-known English historian, travel writer, and television personality.
* Purpose: It is designed to be a comprehensive reference work and an aesthetically pleasing book. It is suitable for architectural history students and anyone interested in the history of architecture.
* Status: It's considered an excellent resource for learning about architectural history. Some sources mention that the book is currently out of print. Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bonanza Books
* Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 1, 1975
* Edition ‏ : ‎ First Edition
* Language ‏ : ‎ English
* Print length ‏ : ‎ 288 pages See less