02430cam a22003133u 4500 37288 UtSlPG 20260610133841.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F206 NA Forman, Henry Chandlee, 1904-1991 Virginia Architecture in the Seventeenth Century 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 2011-09-01 Produced by Mark C. Orton, David E. Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Virginia Architecture in the Seventeenth Century" by Henry Chandlee Forman is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. This work explores the architectural heritage of Virginia during the 17th century, focusing on the various styles and constructions that emerged from the influences of Indigenous peoples and early European settlers. The book delves into the shapes and forms of buildings that defined this period, providing insights into their origins and construction methods. The opening of the book sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of Virginia's architectural history, beginning with a discussion of American Indian architecture that predated the arrival of the English colonists. Forman highlights the sophistication of Indigenous structures, including dwellings like wigwams and fortified towns, emphasizing the lost legacy due to time and man's neglect. He establishes a deep personal connection to the subject through his background and experiences, indicating that architectural preservation is essential to understanding Virginia's past. The text outlines the characteristics of both Indigenous and early English architectural styles, laying the groundwork for a detailed exploration of how these influences melded into what came to define Virginia's unique architectural landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Architecture -- Virginia -- History -- 17th century Architecture, Colonial -- Virginia https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37288 78128 78128