A Global History of ArchitectureFrom ancient Chinese civilization to the postmodern world Organized along a global timeline, A Global History of Architecture presents an innovative approach to the study of architectural history. Spanning from 3,500 B.C.E. to the present, this unique guide is written by an all-star team of architectural experts in their fields who emphasize the connections, contrasts, and influences of architectural movements throughout history. The architectural history of the world comes to life through a unified framework for interpreting and understanding architecture, supplemented by rich drawings from the renowned Frank Ching as well as brilliant photographs. Architecture and art history enthusiasts will find A Global History of Architecture perpetually at their fingertips. |
Contents
Early Cultures | 1 |
3500 BCE | 5 |
2500 BCE | 25 |
1500 BCE | 53 |
800 BCE | 81 |
400 BCE | 109 |
0 | 145 |
200 CE | 185 |
1400 CE | 415 |
1600 CE | 463 |
1700 CE | 535 |
1800 CE | 583 |
1900 CE | 627 |
1950 CE | 687 |
Globalization Takes Command | 753 |
Glossary | 759 |
400 CE | 223 |
600 CE | 253 |
800 CE | 283 |
1000 CE | 323 |
1200 CE | 375 |
769 | |
Photo Credits | 778 |
781 | |
Color Insert | 801 |
Common terms and phrases
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