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100 1 _aHamlin, A. D. F.
_q(Alfred Dwight Foster),
_d1855-1926
245 1 2 _aA Text-Book of the History of Architecture :
_bSeventh Edition, revised
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-08-15
508 _aLouise Hope, Joseph R. Hauser and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"A Text-Book of the History of Architecture" by A. D. F. Hamlin is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work serves as an introduction to architectural history, exploring the development of architectural styles and significant structures spanning various cultures and epochs. It is tailored primarily for college students but is also accessible to the general reader, making it a resource for anyone interested in understanding the evolution of architecture. The opening of the text establishes its aim to succinctly outline different architectural periods and styles while introducing recurring themes regarding the necessity of beauty in architecture alongside utility. The author emphasizes that architecture represents a synthesis of artistic and functional needs, reflecting the societal progress and cultural nuances throughout history. Additionally, Hamlin clarifies his approach to the reader, stating that this book will provide a broad overview, leaning on factual recounts rather than intricate criticisms, and will include illustrations to support the learning process. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aArchitecture -- History
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26319
999 _c67263
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