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Jeff Hirsch Books, ABAA, Wadsworth, IL, U.S.A.
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First edition. Hardcover. 192 pages. Edited by Oskar Beyer and translated by Geoffrey Strachan. Introduction by Nikolaus Pevsner. A collection of letters from this important German architect. An about good plus copy with some tears to the top of the spine, some slight foxing to the page edges and with a former owner's small artistic stamp to the front free endpaper. No dust jacket. A solid reference copy. Seller Inventory # 162073
Title: Letters of an Architect
Publisher: Abelard-Schuman, London and New York
Publication Date: 1967
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1st Edition
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in fair condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,800grams, ISBN: Seller Inventory # 9747721
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: THE HERMITAGE BOOKSHOP, Denver, CO, U.S.A.
Hardcover, in dust jacket. First edition, first printing. Translated by Geoffrey Strachan. Owner's name inked in on ffep, else near fine in near fine, lightly rubbed dust jacket with some chipping to spine ends. Seller Inventory # 221945
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Steven Wolfe Books, Newton Centre, MA, U.S.A.
badly worn and scuffed price-clipped dust-jacket with several tears, very good dark red cloth, light wear. LAID IN: photocopy of substantial newspaper article on Mendelsohn by Wolf von Eckardt (Washington Post, 1 Sept. 1973). MENDELSOHN, ERICH. Eric Mendelsohn: letters of an architect. Edited by Oskar Beyer. Translated by Geoffrey Strachan. With an introduction by Nikolaus Pevsner. London, New York: Abelard-Schuman, 1967, 192pp., . With a foreword by Louise Mendelsohn in which she thanks Oskar Beyer (1882-1964), German art historian who admired Mendelsohn's work as early as 1919 and edited a collection of his letters in German. Seller Inventory # 92688
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Marbus Farm Books, Winchester, VA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Hardcover, no dust jacket. Light shelfwear to covers. Endpapers have light scattered foxing and discoloration from dj flaps and perhaps newspaper cutting or something similar laid in. Contents clean and tight. 192 pages, index, notes, b&w photos and illus. Seller Inventory # 21764
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Timshala Books, Olathe, KS, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Seller Inventory # 100000392
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Andrew's Books, San Diego, CA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Book in brick red boards has minor shelf-wear, slightly sunned spine, tight and unmarked. Black and white photos and drawings. Published posthumously. Seller Inventory # 008117
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book navigates Rome's enduring monuments and modern cultural life, providing a detailed account of the Eternal City across 240 years. The author takes the reader on thematic walks through Rome, discussing the architecture, history, and evolution of the piazzas, churches, palaces, and fountains that define the urban landscape. Avoiding dense historical recounts, the author instead presents unique and surprising perspectives drawn from the city's rich past, unearthing the strata of historical moments and artistic movements that have left their mark on Rome. This book offers a broad panorama of art history in Rome and its significance in the evolution of the wider Western artistic tradition, providing fresh insights on the impact of architectural treasures like the Pantheon, St. Peter's Basilica, The Colosseum, and many others. 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 # 9781330185384_0
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, a series of letters describing an architectural tour taken in the 19th century, invites readers to journey alongside the author as he traverses the historic towns and iconic cathedrals of France. The author, an established architect, possesses an expert eye for the subtle details that make each building unique, and shares his insights on everything from construction techniques to aesthetic principles. His observations on famous sites such as Notre Dame and the cathedrals of Amiens and Beauvais capture not only their grandeur but also their significance within the broader history and evolution of Gothic architecture. Through the author's engaging prose, readers will gain a fresh perspective on the enduring appeal of these architectural wonders, understanding how their design elements coalesce to create an awe-inspiring and unforgettable experience. 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 # 9781330093771_0
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: S N Books World, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condition: NEW. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1938 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 44 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English. Seller Inventory # LB100156533753
Quantity: 18 available
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330185384
Quantity: 15 available