Ideal for students of architectural technology; this volume of the Technologies of Architecture series covers the technologies available and the processes necessary for the conservation of existing buildings and environments.This book provides; in a single text; the tools for students to be able to evaluate such buildings; as well as an extensive understanding of the mechanisms which cause their deterioration and knowledge of the technologies available to correct their status. The ever higher standards set for buildings; especially in energy conservation contexts; demand that practitioners appreciate how the performance of existing structures can be enhanced; which is also covered.Considering the work of conservation within a holistic perspective and historical context; this book is additionally invaluable for architecture and construction students.
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful. No new information here just a glossy concentration on the salaciousBy IBROstensibly; this book aims to provide a new look at the Elvis phenomenon through the prism of a changing southern culture. Unfortunately the book fails at offering any new perspective on the subject and spends most of its time critiquing Elvis relationship with women and their recollections of his lovemaking. This subject was covered earlier and better by Alanna Nash in "Baby; Lets Play House". Here Williamson borrows heavily from that text; which was a salacious read in and of itself. At least that book made no bones about its subject matter; this book; published by Oxford University Press; promises an academic treatment but delivers a middle aged author obsessed with Elvis numerous female liaisons. Barely a mention of his music is made and if it is only as an aside to segue into an analysis of Elvis next relationship.The author eschews endnotes; which is bizarre for an "academic" book. The reason seems to be a method to cover up his almost exclusive reliance on secondary sources; I could live with a reliance on secondary sources if the author offered a new perspective but this author does not. Instead he offers a rehash of Guralnick and Alanna Nashs books. Which are simply much better books. In addition the authors tone is one of judgment and sometimes nastiness; Any passage which appears to pass judgment on a man because of his lovemaking technique almost 40 years after his death should make any human being cringe. Spare yourselves the disappointment; re-read Peter Guralnicks two-part masterpiece on the life of Elvis. If you want all of the gory details; also read Alanna Nashs two books as well. There is just no reason to read this book if you want to learn more about the life of Elvis.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Best Book on Elvis Ive ReadBy JR LittleGREAT book on the fascinating phenomena that was (and still is) ELVIS. Provides excellent insights into the early mid-50s and explains what drove his fans wild. Fascinating details about his childhood and the complex relationship between he and his parents/family. Impressive details about his final days as well. Best Elvis books Ive ever read.10 of 11 people found the following review helpful. Nothing new hereBy Patricia MossI bought book this with great anticipation of finding a perspective on Elvis from the influence of his cultural upbringing. Following the authors main theme that Southern girls discovered him the book is no more than a rehash of things already written. It offered no new insights into the phenomena that is Elvis. It rambled and skipped back and forth with seemingly no purpose except to have enough pages to submit for publication. It was a disservice to Elvis. The price was extraordinarily high.