The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Homes Through World History, Volume 1: From Ancient Times to the Late Middle Ages, 6000 BCE–1200

By: James Steele

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Synopsis: Steele (author and educator, U. of Southern California) provides a comprehensive survey of the housing of significant cultures from throughout the world: the Americas, Africa, Asia and Australasia, East and Southeast Asia, and Europe and the Western Mediterranean. The three-volume set spans the development of housing from ancient times to the present. While the author discusses materials used and methods of construction, he also delves into how the housing of different societies reflects their belief systems, social orders, and cultures. From the relatively familiar stone structures of Macchu Picchu to the Chinese residential districts known as hutongs, the array of architectural styles and the considerations incorporated into their construction--such as environment, light, protection, and available materials--provide a fascinating journey through history. Organized in an encyclopedic format, the set is clearly written, informative, and well-illustrated. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Book Quality:: Excellent
Book Size:: 232 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9780313337888
Publisher:: Greenwood Publishing Group, Incorporated
Date of Addition:: 02/20/10
Copyrighted By:: James Steelt
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: History, Nonfiction, Art and Architecture, Home and Garden, Politics and Government
Submitted By:: 170
Proofread By:: 170
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.