Isms: Understanding Architecture

This a handy introduction to a wide range of architectural styles from Pre-Classicism, Humanism and Imperialism through to present day isms such as Post-modernism, Brutalism and Ecoism. For each style or period there is a two page spread which provides a definition, an introduction to the topic, lists of key architects, key words, colour illustrations and key works, as well as suggestions of other styles you might be interested in.
This book is a must for anyone who is interested in architecture, whether they be sightseers, visitors to historic buildings or the more knowledgeable connoisseur.