Architecture - History - General

Lost Churches of Mississippi is a collection of archival photographs, postcards, and drawings of more than one hundred notable churches and synagogues vanquished by fire, disaster, development, or neglect. Constructed primarily from the mid-1800s through the early 1900s, these places of worship were often...

The rugged beauty of the Cape's landscape has been captured in writing since the days of Henry David Thoreau. Yet few mention the area's architecture, aside from references to the Cape Cod houses, the basic cottages that the earliest settlers built. From Provincetown at...

Nestled on the banks of the Hudson River, Rhinebeck, New York, is a shining example of American architectural history. Lifelong resident and Town Historian Nancy Kelly scrutinizes Rhinebeck's eclectic structures, from modest cabins to Victorian estates, framed colonial homes to elaborate Beaux Arts mansions....

Writer Susan B. Johnson documents the interesting histories of of the famous antebellum cottages which dot Savannah's historic district.In a warm, accessible style, Savannah writer Susan B. Johnson gives voice to the walls of the famous antebellum cottages that dot the city's historic district...

Wallace L. Dow's enduring legacy is visible throughout Sioux Falls and across South Dakota. His distinctive structures, whether civic buildings or private residences, are beholden to no single architectural style. A New Hampshire native, Dow was brought to the Dakota Territory in the 1880s...

Rochester may be better known for its rolling hills and lilac fields than for its architecture, but look closely and the city s hidden gems reveal themselves. In this survey of Rochester s historic architectural elements and styles, city planner Michael Behrendt encourages you...

Charleston s freedman s cottages are some of the most understudied and undervalued vernacular buildings in the city, found as far south as Council Street and as far north as North Charleston. Though these cottages have long been associatedwith African American history and culture,...

From the Houses of Parliament to the Midland Hotel at St Pancras and Strawberry Hill House, Gothic Revival buildings are some of the most distinctive structures found in Britain. Far from just copying medieval buildings, it was a style full of color and invention,...

Steam trains half-buried in the desert, roller coasters entangled in trees, hulks of ships perched high and dry miles from water - images like these are bound to make us wonder: what happened here? From forgotten railway stations to flooded shopping malls, from secret...

Medieval castles were, alongside the great cathedrals, the most recognisable buildings of the medieval world. Closely associated with concepts of justice, lordship and authority as well as military might, castles came to encapsulate the period's very essence. Looking at above and below-ground evidence and...

Concrete has been used in arches, vaults, and domes dating as far back as the Roman Empire. Today, it is everywhere--in our roads, bridges, sidewalks, walls, and architecture. For each person on the planet, nearly three tons of concrete are produced every year. Used...

Most of us hardly ever think about those ubiquitous things that hang--along with wreaths, light fixtures, and the occasional delivery attempt notice--at our front door: house numbers, our address. Taken for granted in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, house numbers have the...

In 1969 John Lennon paid 145,000 for a massive estate that included a Georgian mansion, a keeper's lodge, servants' cottages, stables, and spectacular grounds that were known as a "museum of gardens." The estate is best known as the location of The Beatles last...

TITTENHURST PARK: A PICTORIAL HISTORY is a comprehensive collection of colorful images gathered to document the colorful history and development of one of the beautiful 19th century country home outside of London that is most famous as the home of musicians John Lennon &...

Like thousands of other pioneers the families who were part of the 1846 Donner-Reed wagon train headed west in search of new opportunities. But this group instead found untold hardship and an immortal place in the annals of Western history. Terry Del Bene, a...

A collection of short stories and poems about the Jewett House for its 100th anniversary by the members from the Idaho Writers League in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. The celebration of the anniversary to be held on September 10, 2017.Author: Emily Moore, Larry Telles, Lila...

Our world today has become so globalized, so socially and technologically complex that current ideas and institutions haven't enabled us to address our most pressing problems. From global warming to possible food, water, and energy shortages, these challenges demand international cooperation; yet, that cooperation...

Symbol of Divine Light surveys the history of the mosque lamp, describing the numerous variants made in different historical periods and containing more than 200 stunning color and b/w illustrations. The deep significance of light and the lamp in Islamic culture and other traditions--Jewish,...

Secrets of the Serpent: In Search of the Sacred Past - Special Revised Edition, Featuring Two New Appendices by Philip Gardiner. Across time and across the world, an ancient serpent cult once dominated mankind. Then a great battle ensued and Christianity stamped it's authority...

Culled from little-known Masonic texts of the 1800s and early 1900s, the "Illustrated Masonic Secrets of America's Founding Fathers" is a must-read for any Freemason or person curious about the Masonic ties of George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Paul Revere, John Sullivan and Joseph Warren....

Descriptions to all of New England's 180 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as color photos of each one. **GPS Positions **Written Driving Directions** **Instructions for 10 Self-Guided Tours spread throughout the Region **Basic Info for each Site **Photo Tips for each Site **Truss...

A Source book for Photographers and Explorers. Descriptions to all of Ohio's 146 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as over a hundred photographs of them. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge. A short history of Covered Bridges in North...

Gran Canaria. Travel and tourism. The beautiful island of Gran Canaria has a lot to offer the tourist and a wealth of places to visit. From the north to the south, east to west, it's all here for you to discover. Whether you are...

South African Tribes and their History. Race and Ethnic Influences. cultural backgrounds and origins all coexist in South Africa. The bigger groups are Zulus (21 %), Xhosas (17 %) and the Sotho (15%). Next are smaller minorities, such as the Tswana, Venda, Ndebele, Swasi,...

What would you want chiseled into a stone that would represent you and your life for all eternity? Douglas Keister, considered by many to be America's foremost authority on cemeteries, takes you on a tour of some of the country's most memorable memorials in...

This remarkable collection brings together a selection of essays by Alberto P駻ez-Gez, originally published in diverse periodicals and as chapters in books, over a period of twenty-five years. The essays have been revised and updated by the author, sometimes substantially modified to reflect more...

Initially dominated by simple renditions of East Coast architecture, Milwaukee developed from three pioneer settlements, those of Solomon Juneau, Byron Kilbourn, and George Walker three hubs from which three villages radiated outward into one city. Following the Civil War, Milwaukee s growth at the...

As small Florida Southern College embarked upon an ambitious building program in the 1930s, the serendipitous arrival of Frank Lloyd Wright transformed the future of the school. Pres. Ludd Myrl Spivey was a leader with limitless imagination, and he realized the virtue in bringing...

With the opening of the Black Hills region of South Dakota due to the discovery of gold in 1874, the business-savvy founders of Rapid City, in 1876, saw the potential of this area as a focus for urban development. It was nestled within the...

This substantive yet easy-to-use guide to selected French gothic churches and cathedrals provides profiles of fourteen important religious buildings. They are located in different parts of France, were constructed at different times and in different styles, and include both well-known and less well-known churches...

No safe harbours for steamboats or sailing vessels could be found along an isolated 70-mile stretch of eastern Lake Ontario, dominated by the irregular-shaped Prince Edward County peninsula. Frequent storms, rocky reefs and sandy shoals were among the many dangers facing 19th century mariners....

History of Cedar Hill, home of Frederick Douglass.Author: Anna Coxe ToogoodISBN-10: 1484823346ISBN-13: 9781484823347Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/27/2013Pages: 104Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.58lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.22d

Looking for a unique way to enjoy New York City? Skip the lines and see more of New York City than most people ever will. The bus isn't just for commuters anymore Many New Yorkers use the bus system and are familiar with the...

Author: Alexander G. PassikoffISBN-10: 1456794906ISBN-13: 9781456794903Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/08/2011Pages: 164Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.15lbsSize: 10.90h x 8.40w x 0.50d

"Four walls protecting from all that is wild outside, the sloping roof shedding the rain and snow, the chimney with smoke indicating the warmth within-these simple elements are all we need to establish the concept of 'house' in anyone's mind. From America to Japan...

People have been speculating for centuries about how the ancient Egyptians built the Great Pyramids. Few people have paid attention to Herodotus and his writings about Egypt's intricate canal system, but historian James V. Barr believes these played a critical role in pyramid construction....

People have been speculating for centuries about how the ancient Egyptians built the Great Pyramids. Few people have paid attention to Herodotus and his writings about Egypt's intricate canal system, but historian James V. Barr believes these played a critical role in pyramid construction....

This fascinating book comprises a collection of examples of the colonial ironwork of Old Philadelphia. The contents of this book are entirely pictorial, and illustrate some of the finest examples of the craftsmanship of the early days of the republic. Complete with detailed technical...

This book is an exhibition of historic and current photographs and drawings of sixty-one American buildings that represent fading currents in American society.Author: National Park ServiceISBN-10: 1484109201ISBN-13: 9781484109205Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/13/2013Pages: 104Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.58lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.22d

As towns and cities worldwide deal with fast-increasing land pressures, while also trying to promote more sustainable, connected communities, the creation of green spaces within urban areas is receiving greater attention than ever before. At the same time, the value of the 'green belt'...

In this abundantly illustrated volume, Bernard Herman provides a history of urban dwellings and the people who built and lived in them in early America. In the eighteenth century, cities were constant objects of idealization, often viewed as the outward manifestations of an organized,...

This memoir recalls his traumatic experiences under the genocidal regime, which unfold like scenes of a fast-paced thriller. Dr. Chea is now retired and lives with his family in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. He can be reached via email at 1seihachea@gmail.com.Author: Seiha CheaISBN-10: 150435964XISBN-13: 9781504359641Publisher:...

Author: Msc Engineer Fazel Ahmed AfghanISBN-10: 1503572986ISBN-13: 9781503572980Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/12/2015Pages: 780Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.84lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.88d

Following Italy's unification in 1861, architects, artists, politicians, and literati engaged in volatile debates over the pursuit of national and regional identity. Growing industrialization and urbanization across the country contrasted with the rediscovery of traditionally built forms and objects created by the agrarian peasantry....

Author: Michael J. O'BrienISBN-10: 1425729924ISBN-13: 9781425729929Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/12/2007Pages: 76Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.34lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.20d

A non-fiction book, describing how to build a pyramid using only tools and materials available to ancient peoples. The basic theory is to use the model of the Panama Canal and leave out a few blocks on each level to form water locks, raft...

Galveston Architecture: A Visual Journey' is a photographic journey of the architecture and history of select 100 buildings in Galveston, Texas with photographs by World Heritage Photographer, Pino Shah and narratives by Galveston Historical Foundation (GHF).Author: Pino Shah, Galveston Historical FoundationISBN-10: 0997998482ISBN-13: 9780997998481Publisher: Artbypino.comLanguage:...

METADATA TITLE: ALL HIS BRIGHT LIGHT GONE SUBTITLE: The Death of John F. Kennedy and the Decline of America AUTHOR: Peter McKenna ISBN: 978-0-997132-0-0 FORMAT: soft cover DESCRIPTION: The book explores how the United States declined after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy....

Secrets of the Serpent: In Search of the Sacred Past by Philip Gardiner Across time and across the world, an ancient serpent cult once dominated mankind. Then a great battle ensued and Christianity stamped it's authority on the face of the planet. Now, after...

At the height of production, more than seventy Lakeland bobbin mills poured out millions of wooden bobbins for the giant cotton mills of industrial Lancashire. The Philipson family, owners and managers of bobbin mills in the Lake District, were part of this huge industry...