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Sir John Vanbrugh V2

Sir John Vanbrugh V2

Ward, W. C.

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ISBN10: 1162996889
ISBN13: 9781162996882
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 420
Weight: 1.23
Height: 0.86 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Sir John Vanbrugh V2 is a biographical book written by W. C. Ward. It is a detailed account of the life and works of Sir John Vanbrugh, an English architect and dramatist who lived in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The book is the second volume of a two-part series on Vanbrugh's life and covers the period from 1700 to his death in 1726. The book begins with a brief introduction to Vanbrugh's life and career, followed by a detailed account of his architectural projects, including the design and construction of Blenheim Palace, Castle Howard, and Seaton Delaval Hall. The book also explores Vanbrugh's contributions to the theater, including his plays The Relapse and The Provoked Wife, which are considered classics of English literature. Throughout the book, Ward provides insights into Vanbrugh's personality, his relationships with other prominent figures of his time, and the political and cultural context in which he lived. The book is based on extensive research and includes numerous illustrations, photographs, and other visual aids to help readers understand Vanbrugh's life and work. Overall, Sir John Vanbrugh V2 is an informative and engaging book that will appeal to anyone interested in English architecture, literature, and culture of the early 18th century.In Two Volumes.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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