Release date is 2018-12-10

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"George Edmund Street: Unpublished Notes and Reprinted Papers" by Street is a historical account and collection of architectural writings, likely compiled in the early 20th century. The text focuses on the life and works of George Edmund Street, an influential English architect known for his role in the Gothic Revival movement. The work delves into his architectural philosophy, his various travels for architectural study, and his contributions to the revival and restoration of Gothic buildings in England and beyond. The opening of this compilation introduces George Edmund Street as a devoted architect who dedicated his life to the Gothic style. It provides a brief overview of his background, highlighting his upbringing, education, and influential relationships, particularly with his brother and various contemporaries. The text reflects on his early fascination with architecture inspired by church buildings and details his travels throughout England and Europe, which significantly shaped his understanding and practice of Gothic architecture. It sets the stage for analyzing his unpublished notes, sketchbooks, and reprinted papers that illustrate both his professional journey and his passionate engagement with the architectural heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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