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Classical World Ser.: Greek Architecture by R. A. Tomlinson (1991, Trade Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherBloomsbury Publishing

ISBN-101853991155

ISBN-139781853991158

eBay Product ID (ePID)931661

Product Key Features

Number of Pages112 Pages

Publication NameGreek Architecture

LanguageEnglish

SubjectGeneral, History / Ancient & Classical

Publication Year1991

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaArchitecture

AuthorR. A. Tomlinson

SeriesClassical World Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.2 in

Item Weight5.1 Oz

Item Length8.5 in

Item Width5.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

Dewey Edition20

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal722.8

Table Of ContentList of Illustrations 1. Introduction 2. The Early Development of Classical Temples 3. Temples of the Classical Period 4. Other types of Building 5. Buildings in their Context - Sanctuaries 6. Buildings in their Context - Cities Suggestions for Further Study Suggestions for Further Reading Glossary of Technical Terms

SynopsisGreek Architecture is a clearly structured discussion of all the major buildings constructed by the Greeks, from houses to temples, theatres to council buildings. The book describes particular architectural styles and features and sets the buildings in their context, with an evaluation of their purpose, siting and planning. From prehistoric settlements of Troy, the Minoan palaces of Crete and their counterparts in the Mycenean kingdoms, to the absorption of Hellenism into the Roman Empire, the book pays particular attention to the early period, supplying a large-scale account of the development of pre-Hellenic building. It goes on to trace the evolution of temples and other religious buildings, the history of town planning and civic building, the development of the theatre and techniques in masonry, vaulting and fortification. With over forty illustrations enhancing the text, the book provides an informed and comprehensive view of the design and function of buildings in ancient Greece., A clearly structured discussion of all the major buildings constructed by the Greeks, from houses to temples, theatres to council buildings. The book describes particular architectural styles and features and sets the buildings in their context, with an evaluation of their purpose, siting and planning.

LC Classification NumberNA270