English Historic Architecture

London England: B. T. Batsford Ltd. Near Fine/Very Good. 1964. First Edition. Cloth. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall Signed by Author Hardback Message signed and dated by the author to previous owner.The history of English architecture is seen as a continuous story, and coherence is given to what often appears a bewildering succession of unrelated styles, periods, names and dates. Having placed England's archicture firmly in its Continental setting, the author emphasises those aspects, such as Perpendicular Gothic and the work of Sir Christoper Wren, which are peculiarly English. The more monumental buildings, whether ecclesiastical, military, palatial, domestic or educational, and the leading architects all feature prominently - but in the context of a vigorous native tradition of building and design. Regional variations are not neglected, and particular attention is paid to the enlargemenet of architecture and the rise of the engineers in the eighteenth century; similarly, to the buildings of the Victoria and Edwardian eras, especially in the North of England. The book is illustrated by 83 photographs and ground -plans, all chosen no less for their quality than for their relevance. Together, words and pictures provide an exceptionally clear and illuminating introduction to English Historic Architecture. Illustrated. Mylar cover. Very slight browning to inside cover. .