Building St Paul's by James W P Campbell
Tells the story of St Pauls building and of those responsible for its construction, from the time of the disastrous Great Fire to the cathedrals final completion in 1708. This book also considers those ordinary craftsmen whose work on St Pauls has received less attention: the contractors and overseers, and the quarrymen on the Isle of Portland.
'A taut study … Campbell provides a wealth of detail about Wren’s construction methods … lively and informative' - Daily Telegraph
'Fascinating.. enthralling ... it should be compulsory reading for students, and anyone who wants to understand how buildings got built' - Building Design
'Well-written and illustrated' - Contemporary Review
'A very clear history' - London Society Journal
'Fascinating.. enthralling ... it should be compulsory reading for students, and anyone who wants to understand how buildings got built' - Building Design
'Well-written and illustrated' - Contemporary Review
'A very clear history' - London Society Journal
Dr James Campbell, an architect and art historian, is Seear Fellow in Architecture and History of Art at Queen’s College, Cambridge. His books include The Library: A World History and Brick: A World History, both published by Thames & Hudson.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780500342442 |
| ISBN 10 | 050034244X |
| Title | Building St Paul's |
| Author | James W P Campbell |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Year published | 2008-01-21 |
| Number of pages | 176 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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