Buildings That Changed the World by Bernhard Graf

Buildings That Changed the World by Bernhard Graf

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By linking buildings to the people who constructed and lived in them, and by presenting stories and myths connected with them, this book offers an approach to architectural history. Including photographs, plans, and entertaining texts, it is a combination of serious architectural historical information, delightful anecdotes and illustrations.

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Buildings That Changed the World by Bernhard Graf

In "Buildings That Changed the World" the authors take the reader on an unconventional and lively journey around the globe and through the history of human civilization, introducing many architectural icons and offering an overview of four thousand years of architectural history. By linking buildings to the people who constructed and lived in them, and by presenting stories and myths connected with them, this book offers an accessible approach to architectural history. Including stunning photographs, plans, and entertaining texts, "Buildings That Changed the World" is a winning combination of serious architectural historical information, delightful anecdotes and illustrations.
Klaus Reichold has produced and written numerous radio programmes, television documentaries, and articles about culture and history. He is the author of Palaces that Changed the World and co-author of Paintings that Changed the World (both Prestel). Bernhard Graf is an art historian who has written several books including Bridges That Changed the World and Paintings That Changed the World (both Prestel). They both live in Munich.
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ISBN 13 9783791331317
ISBN 10 3791331310
Title Buildings That Changed the World
Author Bernhard Graf
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Prestel
Year published 2004-08-12
Number of pages 192
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.