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100 1 _aGwynn, John,
_d1713-1786
245 1 4 _aThe Art of Architecture: A Poem in Imitation of Horace's Art of Poetry
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2011-06-15
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aArchitecture -- Poetry
653 _aHorace -- Parodies, imitations, etc.
700 1 _aGibson, William A.,
_d1932-
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36441
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