Spirit Of The Age
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A landmark work in the history of British architecture, Spirit of the Age brings together eight of the twentieth century's most distinguished architectural historians and critics to chronicle the defining movements of English building across the centuries. Each contributor — among them Sir John Summerson, Sir Roy Strong, and Sir Hugh Casson — commands a different era, presenting an authoritative and richly illustrated survey from the medieval to the modern. The book argues that architecture is not merely a technical achievement but a direct expression of the cultural, political, and spiritual values of its time. Written with both scholarly rigour and accessible elegance, it illustrates how each age imprints itself upon stone, brick, and steel, leaving a lasting record of human ambition and taste. Originally produced to accompany a celebrated BBC television series, this anthology remains one of the most comprehensive and readable introductions to the story of English architecture.
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded - no tears. Pages appear clean and bright. No obvious markings, stamps, or significant damage visible. Binding appears intact.
A landmark work in the history of British architecture, Spirit of the Age brings together eight of the twentieth century's most distinguished architectural historians and critics to chronicle the defining movements of English building across the centuries. Each contributor — among them Sir John Summerson, Sir Roy Strong, and Sir Hugh Casson — commands a different era, presenting an authoritative and richly illustrated survey from the medieval to the modern. The book argues that architecture is not merely a technical achievement but a direct expression of the cultural, political, and spiritual values of its time. Written with both scholarly rigour and accessible elegance, it illustrates how each age imprints itself upon stone, brick, and steel, leaving a lasting record of human ambition and taste. Originally produced to accompany a celebrated BBC television series, this anthology remains one of the most comprehensive and readable introductions to the story of English architecture.
