The British terrain is a gold mine for the student of architecture. Ranging in era from ancient times to the present day―from Stonehenge to the Millennium Dome―this volumes 76 entries include palaces; castles; bridges; churches; country houses; and various public buildings and monuments; as well as such well-known features of British architecture and design as terraced houses; suburban semi-detached houses; and public telephone kiosks. Detailed yet accessible to nonspecialist readers; the alphabetical entries also provide cross-references and lists of additional information sources in both print and electronic formats. Appendixes list the entries by location; architectural style; and architect/designer; explain the defining characteristics of major British architectural styles; and discuss the importance of the Crown; peerage; and Parliament in British architectural history. Besides a detailed subject index; the volume includes a timeline; a general bibliography; a glossary of architectural terms; and an introduction that traces the development of British architecture from prehistoric and Roman times to the 21st century.Written by an associate professor of architecture at Oklahoma State University; Architecture of England; Scotland; and Wales; part of Greenwoods Reference Guides to National Architecture series; presents architectural biographies of these countries most famous and significant structures.
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