The Colonial Architecture Of Salem (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548354889)

The Colonial Architecture of Salem is a comprehensive book written by Frank Cousins that explores the rich history of the colonial architecture in Salem, Massachusetts. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the city's architecture. The first chapter provides an overview of Salem's history and explains how the city became a hub for colonial architecture. The subsequent chapters delve into the different types of colonial architecture found in Salem, including Georgian, Federal, and Greek Revival styles. The book is filled with detailed descriptions of various buildings, including churches, homes, and public buildings. Cousins also includes photographs and illustrations to help readers visualize the architecture he describes. In addition to discussing the architecture itself, Cousins also explores the social and cultural context in which it was created. He discusses the economic and political factors that influenced the design of buildings and how the architecture reflected the values and aspirations of the people who lived in Salem during the colonial era. Overall, The Colonial Architecture of Salem is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of colonial architecture in America, and particularly in the city of Salem. It provides a detailed and engaging look at the buildings that define this historic city and the people who created them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Frank Cousins, Phil M. Riley
ISBN-10: 054835488X
ISBN-13: 9780548354889
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/25/2007
Pages: 436
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.78lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d