Medieval Architecture, Vol. 1: Its Origins and Development (Classic Reprint)

Arthur Kingsley Porter

ISBN 10: 1330355512 / ISBN 13: 9781330355510

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. Unveiling the architectural marvels of antiquity, this book embarks on a comprehensive journey through the legacies of Greek and Roman design. The author traces the evolution of architectural styles, highlighting the innovative contributions of each civilization. From the refined elegance of the Greek Doric order, to the grandeur of Roman arches and vaults, this book delves into the techniques and aesthetics that shaped the architectural landscape of the ancient world. It examines how these classical forms profoundly influenced subsequent architectural movements, inspiring the development of new styles and shaping the very essence of Western architecture. Through a thorough exploration of both Greek and Roman achievements, this book illuminates the enduring impact of antiquity on the built environment and offers a comprehensive understanding of the origins and development of architectural design. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Medieval Architecture, Vol. 1: Its Origins and Development (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330355512
• ISBN 13: 9781330355510
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Architecture

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Excerpt from Medieval Architecture



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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.
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