Visions of Power: Ambition and Architecture from Ancient Times to the Present (SIGNED)

Tinniswood, Adrian

ISBN 10: 1556706502 / ISBN 13: 9781556706509

Published by Stewart Tabori & Chang; New York, 1998

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Stewart Tabori & Chang. New York. INSCRIBED FIRST EDITION HARDCOVER-- maroon cloth w/ intact gilt on spine- in FINE Condtiion in FINE unclipped Dustjacket. INSCRIBED on half-title: "To Robert--with best wishes from-- Adrian Tinniswood" also in the author's hand at bottom of page: " "The higher the buildings, the lower the morals" (Noel Coward)'" " otherwise INTERIOR PRISTINE: clean, tight, bright. Approx 9" by 11", 192 glossy-stock pp. w/ Bibliography, Index. Black endpapers. A beautiful book, suitable for gifting or collection. Carefully shipped in secure parcel. This oversized book will require additional shipping charges to international destinations. Bookseller Inventory # 509202

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Title: Visions of Power: Ambition and Architecture ...

Publisher: Stewart Tabori & Chang; New York

Publication Date: 1998

Binding: Hardcover

Book Condition:Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: Fine

Signed: Inscribed by Author(s)

Edition: 1st Edition

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Synopsis:

From ancient Egyptian temples to the Getty Museum in Los Angeles, VISIONS OF POWER explores the relationship between peoples, power, and architecture by examining how key political leaders have expressed their personalities and visions through buildings. 250 color images.