02476cam a22003373u 4500 36441 UtSlPG 20260610133830.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 74634197 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Gwynn, John, 1713-1786 The Art of Architecture: A Poem in Imitation of Horace's Art of Poetry Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-06-15 Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "The Art of Architecture: A Poem in Imitation of Horace's Art of Poetry" by Gwynn is a poetic treatise that explores the principles of architecture, written in the early 18th century. This work is categorized as a critical poem and reflects the literary styles and philosophical ideas of the Augustan period. It likely emerged in the early 1740s, during a time when architectural theory was being redefined amidst changing artistic tastes. The book addresses the topic of architectural aesthetics, emphasizing the importance of structure, design, and the adherence to classical principles. In this poem, Gwynn seeks to establish the rules and guidelines for creating beautiful and harmonious architecture. He draws parallels with Horace's literary principles, arguing that just as poetry requires skill, so too does architecture, which must adhere to specific standards of beauty and utility. The poem critiques various architectural styles and practitioners, advocating for a balance between innovation and the classical rules that have governed successful design. Through a series of examples, Gwynn illustrates how architects can align their work with nature and societal needs, ultimately conveying a passionate plea for the significance of architectural integrity in a rapidly evolving artistic landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Architecture -- Poetry Horace -- Parodies, imitations, etc. Gibson, William A., 1932- https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36441 77281 77281