Christopher Wren London Map: Guide to the architecture of Christopher Wren in London (Blue Crow Media Architecture Maps)

Hopkins, Owen

ISBN 10: 1912018209 ISBN 13: 9781912018208

Publisher: Blue Crow Media, 2023

Synopsis

Few have left their mark on London''s skyline quite like architect Christopher Wren. Out of the ashes of the Great Fire of London, Wren designed many of London''s most iconic buildings; all plotted and detailed here on Blue Crow Media''s latest architecture map. Written by scholar and author Owen Hopkins, with original photography by Nigel Green, the map identifies churches, spires and buildings designed by or involving Wren''s hand. This map is Blue Crow Media''s latest title focused on London architecture and design, following maps for the London Underground, Brutalism, Art Deco, Modernism, Postmodernism and the buildings of Nicholas Hawksmoor.

About this title

About the Authors

Owen Hopkins is an architectural writer and curator. He is Director of the Farrell Centre at Newcastle University. He is the author and editor of numerous books about architecture. He is the author of Nicholas Hawksmoor London Map.

Independent publisher Blue Crow Media has published a series of maps featuring urban architecture, design, trees and more.

From the Back Cover

Marking the 300th anniversary of Christopher Wren's death in 1723, Blue Crow Media and Owen Hopkins have collaborated on a unique and insightful guide to Wren's works across London. From Hampton Court to Greenwich, Wren's works are woven into the physical fabric of London unlike those of any other architect.
A selection of Wren's churches and works are featured on this map, with captions and an introduction by Owen Hopkins and original photography by Nigel Green.

Edition details

• Publisher: Blue Crow Media
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1912018209
• ISBN 13: 9781912018208
• Binding: Map
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 2