Architecture. Very short introduction: Andrew Bellentyn

The book expertly investigated the balance between the desire to remain in the memory of the descendants and the practical side of construction, embodied in architecture throughout the history of mankind, as well as the cultural significance of architecture – from the pyramids of ancient Egypt to the building of the Sydney opera, which so sharply contrasts with ordinary country cottages. The reader does not just get acquainted with specific historical periods and specific styles, such as Baroque or Modern – Andrew Bellentyn goes beyond this topic and analyzes the economic, political and aesthetic significance of buildings. Following the author, the reader will see how ordinary buildings acquire cultural significance thanks to tradition and how architecture helps us to realize our place and role in history.

Author
Belletin Andrew
Editor
Charlalay M.
Translator
Mashkova I.
Publisher
AST, 2009
Series
Oxford