London Architecture by Marianne Butler
From the remains of the Roman amphitheatre to the soaring glass structures of the 21st century city, London offers a unique architectural experience. This revised and expanded, authoritative guide takes the reader through almost 2.000 years of architectural achievement in the capital. Each chapter contains readily accessible examples of buildings of every period and sets them in their historical context. This guide is the first to deal with the subject chronologically while also giving ideas about how to explore the Capital's architecture. It will be of interest to any visitor to London with a fascination for architecture and history. The book includes nine fully described walks and easy to follow maps to accompany a saunter through the fascinating story of London's architecture. Also featured are some of the many shops, bars and restaurants in London of architectural interest, making this guide an essential resource for both Londoners and visitors alike.
Marianne Butler is a freelance researcher, writer, tour guide, and lecturer. She divides her time between the Scottish Borders and London. Maxwell Hutchinson is the former president of the Royal Institute of British Architects. His London buildings include Pink Floyd's Britannia Row recording studios.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781902910383 |
| ISBN 10 | 1902910389 |
| Title | London Architecture |
| Author | Marianne Butler |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Metro Publications Ltd |
| Year published | 2012-03-01 |
| Number of pages | 392 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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