This acclaimed survey of modern architecture and its origins has become a classic since it first appeared in 1980. For this fourth edition, Kenneth Fr…
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Throughout the twentieth century, architects in Italy have attempted to define the role of architecture in a capitalist economy and under diverse poli…
In this engaging and thought-provoking book, Colin Davies subjects the canonical architecture of the twentieth century to a thorough reassessment. Rat…
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Architecture tells the story of the world's most incredible buildings, from the ancient world to the present day. Take a closer look at the beautiful …
The No. 1 Sunday Times and international bestseller - a major reassessment of world history in light of the economic and political renaissance in the …
A world of beauty and genius is unveiled in over 350 photographs which take you on an epic journey celebrating the finest examples of architecture fro…
