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Synopsis
When it was completed in 1952 along New York's East River, the United Nations Building stood as a symbol of world humanitarianism, a beacon of unity after the Second World War. More than 50 years on, the 39-story building is regarded as one of the pinnacles of mid-century modernism. Its magnificent public spaces and assembly halls, as well as its impressive collection of art by Chagall, Henry Moore and many others make it one of the most visited sites in New York. On the celebration of the United Nations' 60th anniversary, and before a long period of renovation, this book presents a portrait of this fascinating building. Specially commissioned photography and an illuminating text bring alive the spaces, which have played host to the historic speeches, debates and gatherings that have been central to the world's development, since 1945.
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About the Author
A former art director at The Face magazine, photographer Ben Murphy works regularly for British and Italian Vogue, World of Interiors and a number of British newspapers. His photographs are in the collection the National Portrait Gallery in London, where he lives. Aaron Betsky is director of the Netherlands Architecture Institute and the author of numerous books on design, architecture and culture. Kofi Annan is Secretary-General of the United Nations.
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The U.N. Building
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Paperback. Condition: Good. Betsky, Aaron; Murphy, Ben (illustrator). When it was completed in 1952, the United Nations Building stood as a symbol of world humanitarianism. This illustrated book presents a portrait of this fascinating building. It aims to bring alive the spaces, which have played host to the historic speeches, debates and gatherings that have been central to the world's development, since 1945. Seller Inventory # 00106147212
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Paperback. Condition: Good. Betsky, Aaron; Murphy, Ben (illustrator). When it was completed in 1952, the United Nations Building stood as a symbol of world humanitarianism. This illustrated book presents a portrait of this fascinating building. It aims to bring alive the spaces, which have played host to the historic speeches, debates and gatherings that have been central to the world's development, since 1945. Seller Inventory # CIN050028590XG
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Condition: Good. Betsky, Aaron; Murphy, Ben (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 9059442-6
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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Betsky, Aaron; Murphy, Ben (illustrator). Minor shelf wear. Otherwise a square, tight, unmarked book. Illustrated with color photos. 160 pp. Seller Inventory # 063055
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