Colonial Architecture for Those about to Build: Being the Best Examples, Domestic, Municipal and Institutional, in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and ... of the Eighteenth Century (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Excerpt from Colonial Architecture for Those About to Build: Being the Best Examples, Domestic, Municipal and Institutional, in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware, With Observations Upon the Local Building Art of the Eighteenth Century
The thanks of the authors are extended to owners and occupants of the buildings illustrated for courtesies in giving access to the properties.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating exploration of Colonial architecture in Pennsylvania and surrounding areas, focusing on the period between the early 1700s and the late 1800s. The author meticulously examines the evolution of this distinctive style, delving into its origins in English Georgian architecture and its unique adaptations to the New World. The book not only explores the architectural details and construction techniques but also reveals the social, economic, and cultural forces that shaped the houses of the era. Readers will learn about the role of the Carpenters Company, the materials used, and the skilled artisans who built these remarkable structures. They will also gain insight into the lives of the people who lived in them, from the wealthy landowners to the more modest farmers. The book provides a rich and detailed account of a bygone era, highlighting the enduring beauty and historical significance of Colonial architecture in Pennsylvania. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332963751_0
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