Attractively and abundantly illustrated on every page, this two-volume reference constitutes an introductory survey and visual sampler useful to a general audience and to students of architecture, art history, or urban planning. The treatment is not in-depth, but the scope is broad, with a two-page spread consisting of text and photos devoted to each of some 150 topics. (Library of Congress, seemingly in error, has identified the set as juvenile literature.) The first volume covers basic ideas about the nature and function of architecture and architectural design as well as the specifics of various kinds of buildings, styles (from antiquity to the present), and techniques, materials, and structures (e.g. the arch, the dome). The second volume focuses on civilizations, architectural achievements, and outstanding figures. Original publication was in Italian (2003: Giunti Editore S.p.A.). Annotation 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Capire l'architettura

Bussagli, Marco, 1957-

[Armonk, NY]: M.E. Sharpe

M. E. Sharpe Incorporated

Sharpe Professional

East Gate Book

United States, United States of America

Armonk, NY, c2004

1, PT, 2004

leaf 2 and 3 text run into the gutter

Includes index.
Gift to Victoria University Library. Friends of Victoria University Library. 2006/01/10.

2 v. : 28 cm
A great overview of architecture that includes information on people and space, buildings and typologies, architectural styles, techniques, materials and structures, as well as information on civilizations, architectural achievements, and outstanding figures in the field
Includes index

Presents an overview of architectural concepts, typologies, techniques, materials, and styles, and includes profiles of more than eighty architects and important structures

"Examines architectural evolution from the earliest civilizations to contemporary times including its terms, concepts, theories, and styles

2023-06-28