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Bloomsbury Publishing Sir Banister Fletchers Global History Of Architecture 2 Vol Set by Murray Fraser
"A major monument in the writing of worldwide history" - Book of the Week, Times Higher Education
2020 Dartmouth Medal Honorable Mention
Sir Banister Fletcher's Global History of Architecture is the acknowledged classic reference work for architectural history. It has been essential reading for generations of architects and students since the first edition was published in 1896 - and this tradition continues today as the new 21st edition provides the most up-to-date, authoritative and detailed account of the global history of architecture available in any form.
Thousands of major buildings from around the world are described and explained, accompanied by over 2,200 photographs, plans, and drawings. Architectural styles and traditions are placed within a clear framework, and the chronological...