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English Architecture (1904)

English Architecture (1904)

Atkinson, Thomas Dinham

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Architecture

ISBN10: 116463433X
ISBN13: 9781164634331
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 272
Weight: 0.81
Height: 0.57 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
English Architecture is a book written by Thomas Dinham Atkinson and published in 1904. The book is a comprehensive survey of the architecture of England, covering the period from the Roman occupation to the beginning of the 20th century. Atkinson examines the various styles of English architecture, including Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque, and provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of notable buildings from each period.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular period or style of architecture. Atkinson begins with a discussion of Roman architecture in England, including the construction of villas and forts. He then moves on to the Anglo-Saxon and Norman periods, discussing the development of Romanesque architecture and the influence of the Normans on English building styles.The bulk of the book is devoted to the Gothic period, which Atkinson considers to be the most significant era in English architecture. He provides detailed descriptions of the various styles of Gothic architecture, including Early English, Decorated, and Perpendicular, and discusses the construction of notable buildings such as Salisbury Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, and Canterbury Cathedral.Atkinson also covers the Renaissance and Baroque periods, which saw the introduction of new styles and techniques in English architecture. He discusses the work of notable architects such as Inigo Jones and Christopher Wren, and examines the construction of buildings such as St. Paul's Cathedral and Blenheim Palace.English Architecture is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English architecture. Atkinson's detailed descriptions and illustrations provide a comprehensive overview of the various styles and periods of English building, making this book an essential reference for architects, historians, and enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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