Architecture - Historic Preservation - General

In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the facades of many, if not most, residential and commercial buildings in America's cities were crowned with sheet-metal cornices. These offered certain practical advantages over stone or brick cornices--for example, they were lighter and safer to...

Take a comprehensive tour of Fort Clark, Texas, one of best-preserved districts on the National Register of Historic Places.Thomas Jefferson recognized that a morsel of genuine history is a thing so rare as to be always valuable. The Fort Clark Historic District, in Kinney...

Get an architect's view of America's lighthouses through the collections of the Historic American Building Survey (HABS), and the Historic American Engineering Record (HAER) - preservers of America's architectural history with a diverse range of historic photographs and architectural designs of buildings throughout the...

Corpus Inscriptionum Indicarum V1: Inscriptions Of Asoka is a book written by Alexander Cunningham and published in 1879. This book is a comprehensive collection of inscriptions found in the Indian subcontinent during the reign of Emperor Asoka, who ruled from 268 to 232 BCE....

This book provides a thorough, area by area companion to the region's wealth of monuments, excavations and artefacts, from Paris and Boulogne-sur-Mer to Strasbourg and Lyon. Over ninety sites are treated in detail, including major attractions such as the parc arch駮logique in Lyon and...

Woods Hole is known for its charming waterfront and the internationally famous Oceanographic Institute. However, the rich history of this seaside village goes back much further. Author Elizabeth Sheehy chronicles the history of the town through the lives of Walter Nickerson and Helena Nugent,...

Spectacular photography and captivating texts showcase an ingenious restoration of a historic Dutch palaceThis publication tells the story of the renovation of the largest 17th-century palace of the House of Orange and its new underground extension. In KAAN Architecten's design, the history of the...

The Gordon family have a historic woolshed, which was built in 1886. It has been turned into a museum to the sheep industry and has an auditorium, where shearing and dog shows are held for tourists. The idea came to Angus Gordon, one of...

The Mathematical Symbolism of the Great Pyramid is a book written by Charles S. Knight that explores the mathematical and geometric symbolism found in the Great Pyramid of Giza. The author delves into the intricate design of the pyramid, examining its dimensions, angles, and...

Ancient Egypt (1921) by Flinders Petrie is a comprehensive book that explores the fascinating history, culture, and civilization of ancient Egypt. Petrie was a renowned archaeologist and Egyptologist who conducted numerous excavations in Egypt during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In this...

Crossing under Cover is a lovingly crafted and detailed profiling of the 24 covered bridges located in the tricounty/state area of Chester County, Pennsylvania; Cecil County, Maryland; and New Castle County, Delaware. The book features - a general history of covered bridges, including Pennsylvania's...

Lilian J. Rice was given the opportunity of a lifetime in 1922, when her employer--architect, Richard Requa--passed over to her his commission to design and develop Rancho Santa Fe, the master planned, high class community in Southern California. Rice went on to design and...

* A practical guide to understanding historic architecture and its preservation * Shows how to analyze and evaluate historic buildings in order to better renovate existing ones and create outstanding new ones* Heavily illustrated with plans, diagrams, and photosAuthor: J. Kirk IrwinISBN-10: 0071589872ISBN-13: 9780071589871Publisher:...

This book provides sketch histories of a wide selection of important old Dublin businesses and institutions, many no longer trading or operating, although quite a number are still in existence today. Old letterheads and advertisements provide further information about the companies, especially those with...

Bruce Jackson is SUNY Distinguished Professor and the James Agee Professor of American Culture at the University at Buffalo, State University of New York. His numerous books include American Chartres: Buffalo's Waterfront Grain Elevators; The Story is True: The Art and Meaning of Telling...

This book argues that the historic city we know as Medieval Cairo was created in the nineteenth century by both Egyptians and Europeans against a background of four overlapping political and cultural contexts: the local Egyptian, Anglo-Egyptian, Anglo-Indian, and Ottoman imperial milieux. Addressing the...

A concise and engaging history that traces Greenville's development from frontier settlement to one of America's best small cities Today, Greenville, South Carolina, is regularly included on lists of the best cities and best places to live in the United States. The present-day site...

Cleopatra's Needles and Other Egyptian Obelisks is a book written by E. A. Wallis Budge that explores the history and significance of obelisks in ancient Egypt. The book delves into the construction, transportation, and symbolism of these towering monuments, which were often erected as...

In 1921, an Italian immigrant named Sabato Rodia purchased a property in Watts, California, and started building a series of sculptures and decorative features in his backyard, including three open, pyramidal-shaped towers - two of which are nearly 100 feet tall. Though Rodia referred...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Egypt Under The Pharaohs: A History Derived Entirely From The Monuments V1 1891 is a book written by Heinrich Brugsch Bey. This book provides a comprehensive history of Egypt during the Pharaonic era, based entirely on the monuments and artifacts left behind by the...

As with his well-received first book on the historic homes of Waco, architectural historian Kenneth Hafertepe brings to life the colorful and varied pasts of an entirely new set of notable residences in this city. Hafertepe extends coverage beyond the typical focus on homes...

Four generations of Descendents of Jonas Oldfield (1828-1882) and Clementine Watson (1949-1932) including their three children: Annette Oldfield (1866-1947), Herman Oldfield (1870-1906) and Adelia Oldfield (1881-1905)Author: Leonard HendershottISBN-10: 1716913357ISBN-13: 9781716913358Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/20/2020Pages: 388Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.98lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.80d

The Nostalgic Northwest Arkansas Books are a collection of semi surreal grayscale images that delve into the past of this geographical area with historic architecture, memorable scenery, roadside cafes, tourist spots, barns and sheds, local critters and insects, and more. Book 1 scenes are...

The Masterpieces Of The Ohio Mound Builders: The Hilltop Fortifications, Including Fort Ancient (1916) is a historical book written by E. O. Randall. The book explores the fascinating history of the Ohio Mound Builders, a prehistoric culture that lived in the Ohio Valley region...

The story of how the Belgian Art Nouveau architect Victor Horta conceived his private residence/studio and how architect Barbara Van Der Wee restored it to its original splendour Victor Horta (1861-1947) is considered the most prominent Belgian architect of the Art Nouveau movement. His...

The Old House Altered is a book written by George Champlin Mason and published in 1878. The book is a guide for those who are interested in renovating or altering old houses. It covers topics such as the history of old houses, the materials...

'The Mansions of England in the Olden Time' is a lavishly illustrated volume that offers a fascinating glimpse into the architectural and social history of England. Combining detailed descriptions with exquisite lithographs and engravings, authors Joseph Nash, M. Hanhart, N. Hanhart, and Samuel Stanesby...

There once was an incredibly old and unique house that stood symbolically as an ancient landmark in a small urban town center that intrigued the people and remained a mystery for decades.This book is a true and untold story about an 18th century Revolutionary...

The question of what heritage is and how we deal with it is not a neutral one. Recent events such as the Black Lives Matter movement and the toppling of monuments have made evident how much the colonial past is inscribed in our built...

An exploration of how we value--or undervalue--our inherited built environment as it faces new and old challenges. Stones in Water explores how we understand and value our inherited built environment That inheritance, created over centuries by our forebears, is central to cultural identity. Because...

Through photographs, 'Architecture of the Lower Rio Grande Valley: An Introduction, ' celebrates the architecture of the Texas-Mexico border region, its craftsmen, its cultures and its climate. The architectural images by Pino Shah provide a journey through 160 years of history and heritage, revealing...

Within the picturesque borders of Jefferson County, West Virginia remain the vestiges of a history filled with Civil War battles and political rebellion. Yet also woven into the historical landscapeof this small county nestled within the Shenandoah Valley is an unusual collection of historic...

Renowned for his extensive work in architectural history and historic preservation as an educator, scholar, activist, and public lecturer, Richard Longstreth is one of the most important architectural preservationists of the recent past. Looking beyond the Icons offers a generous and diverse selection of...

A generously illustrated history of the great Virginia home and estate This beautifully illustrated volume tells the story of Huntland, the historic estate in Middleburg, Virginia, beginning in the 1830s, when master builder William Benton created the original house, and covering the state of...

When Jim Lewis met the directors of the RSA Trust, the charity responsible for the concept and the running of Enfield Island Village, in January 2015, it was to discuss the commissioning of a book that would tell the story of the former government...

""How To Build A California Adobe"" by Harrington, Mark Raymond is a comprehensive guidebook that provides step-by-step instructions on how to construct a traditional adobe home in California. The book begins with a brief history of adobe construction and its significance in California's architectural...

This historical lecture explores the importance of preserving places of interest and beauty for future generations. Sir Robert Hunter emphasizes the impact of human progress on the environment and encourages individuals to take responsibility for protecting natural and man-made landmarks.This work has been selected...

New title in the Flame Tree Notebook collection, combining beautiful art with high-quality production, and featuring lined pages, a pocket at the back, two ribbon bookmarks and a solid magnetic side flap. Perfect as a gift, or an essential personal choice for writers, notetakers,...

New title in the Flame Tree Notebook collection, combining beautiful art with high-quality production, and featuring lined pages, a pocket at the back, two ribbon bookmarks and a solid magnetic side flap. Perfect as a gift, or an essential personal choice for writers, notetakers,...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

For more than two centuries, lighthouses have helped sailors find their way through treacherous waters, guiding them home or taking them safely through passages on their way to adventure. These historic towers and houses form a sparkling chain of lights along our coasts, a...

The brilliantly restored St. Giles House, in the idyllic Dorset countryside, offers high-point Georgian architecture and interiors that bridge many historical styles. The 12th Earl of Shaftesbury, 39-year-old Nicholas Ashley-Cooper, invites the reader into the house that his family has called home since the...

The American Construction Industry meticulously chronicles the evolution of the construction industry from its roots in the medieval guild system to the high-tech jobsite of tomorrow. While celebrating more than two millennia of progress and innovation, this resource for students and professionals uncovers the...

Few things evoke thoughts and memories of the past more than a house from a bygone era, and few places are identified and symbolized more by historic dwellings than the American South. Plantation houses built with columned porticos and wide porches, stout chimneys, large...

The New Old House presents 18 private historic homes, from North America to Europe, and traces the ingenious ways architects have revitalized and refreshed them for a new generation. Most of the renovations occurred in the last decade, but all of the homes have...

"Architectural Ragtime" exposes the work and accomplishments of the prominent and prolific architectural firm of, Geo. F. Barber & Co. Virtually every major town has a residence designed by the Knoxville-based architect, who created and sold house designs through his various publications and efficient...

Photographer Paul Clemence captures the emblematic forms of Miami Beach's Art Deco architecture in 20 dramatic black-and-white postcards. Mail them or frame and hang as the fine art they are This book is the perfect souvenir, and a must-have for lovers of South Beach,...

Adaptive reuse is a design practice where changes in the building structure go along with new programs and functions. Many concerns of the day that are the hallmark of current social discourse can equally be communicated through the vocabulary of design and reuse. Six...

Anyone interested in learning what is really going on in Venice should read this book."--Donna Leon, author of My Venice and Other Essays and Death at La FeniceWhat is Venice worth? To whom does this urban treasure belong? This eloquent book by internationally renowned...