Hugh Casson's Cambridge - Hardcover

Casson, Sir Hugh

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0714824593 ISBN 13: 9780714824598

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd, 1992

Synopsis

An illustrated guide to the historical city of Cambridge by an architect who has a personal appreciation of the buildings. Watercolour drawings of many of the finest colleges are accompanied by notes on their history and their particular attractions. Pen-and-ink sketches of details of architecture reveal some of the hidden beauties of the ancient buildings, while the soft pastel washes capture the unique qualities of the stone in the changing light. Sir Hugh Casson is the author of "Hugh Casson's London" and "Hugh Casson's Oxford".

About this title

Review:

'Two enchanting books celebrating the cities, their secluded quadrangles and glorious chapels. Sir Hugh's engaging text and evocative watercolours bring the cities to life.' (Heritage Today)

About the Author:

Sir Hugh Casson (1910-99) was educated at St John's College, Cambridge, and had a long and distinguished career as an architect. He was Director of Architecture for the Festival of Britain in 1951, and President of the Royal Academy, 1976-84.

About this edition

• Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0714824593
• ISBN 13: 9780714824598
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 96
• Illustrator: Casson Sir H.