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9781861890108

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This massive tome, with its fine print and hundreds of colour illustrations, represents a significant contribution to the world of architectural history from a recognized expert. The many years of labour are evident as Denby charts the emergence of the grand hotel around the world between the 1830s and the 1930s. The author links architecture to socio-economic patterns, citing that the development of this particular art form is important in understanding the world's industrialization and subsequent shrinkage. The splendour and opulence of the finest hotels says as much about the city or town in which it is located as the clientele it attracts. But be warned: this does not make light reading and the illustrations are far from purely ornamental. (Kirkus UK)

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Elaine Denby was an architect and a member of the RIBA and the Art Workers Guild.

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