History of architecture books

Take a tour around the world to uncover some of the planet's most incredible landmarks and monuments - inside and...  Read More >>

Offers a groundbreaking exploration of the diversity and vitality of urban Jewish identity and culture in Polish...  Read More >>

"The Enigmatic Queen: Cleopatra - The Untold Story Step into the captivating world of ancient Egypt and embark...  Read More >>

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Illustrated with 180 photographs, Abandoned Ireland provides a fascinating pictorial exploration of the remnants...  Read More >>

The first half of the twentieth century witnessed the rise of modernist architects. Brokers of Modernity reveals...  Read More >>

Illustrated with 180 photographs, Abandoned Scotland provides a fascinating pictorial exploration of the remnants...  Read More >>

Maps are essential tools in finding our way around, but they also tell stories and are great depositories of information....  Read More >>

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A panorama of the career of South African photographer David Goldblatt, elucidating his artistic commitments, networks,...  Read More >>

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""Earth and Stone: China's Epic Barrier"" stands as a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of one of humanity's...  Read More >>

Pouancé Castle in Haut Anjou (49) France was an important castle on the frontier between France and Brittany and...  Read More >>

The Taj Mahal, India's iconic symbol of love, stands as a majestic testament to the enduring power of love and architectural...  Read More >>

Monuments stand as enduring witnesses to the passage of time, chronicling the rich tapestry of human history that...  Read More >>

The author's purpose is to set out as simply and vividly as possible the exact grammatical workings of an architectural...  Read More >>

In this superbly illustrated volume, distinguished Egyptologist Zahi Hawass guides you through the architectural...  Read More >>

This book’s overarching premise is that discussion and critique in the discourses of architecture and urbanism have...  Read More >>

This book addresses the work of architect John Dalton (1927-2007), an important voice in mid-century modernism in...  Read More >>

Photographer Barbara Mensch's rediscovered photo archives and interview tapes capture symbolic transformations of...  Read More >>

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"The Early Pharaohs: The Rise of Civilization Step back in time and embark on a captivating journey through...  Read More >>

From early modernist designs like Hans Poelzig’s archetypal gas station to the Stuttgarter Schule standardized filling...  Read More >>

This volume presents the history of Villa Wolf in Gubin and documents the recent excavation of the basement as well...  Read More >>

A collection of essays on architectural theory providing academic food for thought while encouraging reflection...  Read More >>