A History Of Architecture For The Student, Craftsman, And Amateur - Banister Fletcher - Bog

""A History of Architecture for the Student, Craftsman, and Amateur: Being a Comparative View of the Historical Styles, from the Earliest Period"" is a book written by Banister Fletcher and originally published in 1896. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history of architecture, covering the styles and designs of buildings from the earliest times up to the late 19th century. The book is intended for students, craftsmen, and amateurs who are interested in the subject of architecture. It provides a detailed analysis of the various architectural styles that have emerged throughout history, including the ancient styles of Egypt, Greece, and Rome, as well as the Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles. The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter focusing on a specific period in architectural history. The author provides detailed descriptions of the key features of each style, including the materials used, the design elements, and the cultural and historical context in which the style emerged. In addition to the historical analysis, the book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the various styles and designs. The book is considered a classic in the field of architectural history and is still widely used as a reference by architects, historians, and students today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.