Conversant in contemporary theory and architectural history; Stan Allen argues that concepts in architecture are not imported from other disciplines; but emerge through the materials and procedures of architectural practice itself. Drawing on his own experience as a working architect; he examines the ways in which the tools available to the architect affect the design and production of buildings.This second edition includes revised essays together with previously unpublished work. Allenrsquo;s seminal piece on Field Conditions is included in this reworked; revised and redesigned volume. A compelling read for student and practitioner alike.
2012-12-06 2012-12-06File Name: B00AZ4RQTE
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Heart SoaringBy Elizabeth GeitzAngelique Kidjos autobiography; Spirit Rising; is the story of an inspirational musical journey across continents - from her life in Benin; West Africa; to exile in Paris; to singing to a sold out audience at Carnegie Hall. Keeping African culture alive through her much heralded musical talents; blending traditions; and singing about justice; Kidjo seeks to bring about social change through the beat; music and lyrics of African music.Using the power of her voice in song; Angelique uses that same voice to speak out as a Unicef Goodwill Ambassador; traveling to many African countries to learn first hand of the needs of African women today. By establishing her own foundation; Batonga; she now continues her work with concrete aid to enable African girls to obtain a secondary school education.Spirit Rising will capture you from the first page and you will find your heart soaring; your spirit rising along with her voice; as the world recognizes Angelique Kidjos immense talent and the continent which spawned it.Elizabeth GeitzAuthor; I Am That Child: Changing Hearts and Changing the WorldSoul Satisfaction: Reclaiming the Divine Feminine and others2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. You will enjoy Angeliques music even more after reading this bookBy OntheCloudsIve always loved Angeliques music and her loving spirit. This book gave me an even greater appreciation for Angelique as a person; as well as insight into the inspirations and meanings behind many of her songs; which makes listening to them all the sweeter for me. You will learn about her upbringing and the hardships she endured; including leaving her country to gain freedom to sing what her heart desired in France; instead of the communist-dictated propaganda music that she was forced to sing in her country.Her music is captivating--the first song I ever heard of hers was Batonga; and I have been a fan ever since. Now I know that it is a song she made up as a kid to deal with the pesky boys bugging her and her friends :)The book is also filled with many photos of Angelique and her family; and her work with UNICEF and the Batonga Foundation.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Glad Im A Woman; TooBy Della LeeThe voice of Angeacute;lique Kidjo caught me many years ago; and Ive followed her ever since. Just hearing her sing makes one feel the strength of her total person; so reading her words about her life completes the image--the image of a strong woman; full of love and infinite compassion. What I especially enjoyed in her book; Spirit Rising: My Life; My Music; was how she wove in a song and its language with her personal life story. I knew the songs; for I have all her music; and I loved learning about how she first met each song. The book is easy; joyful; reading. It moves along and I feel that Im sitting with Angelique as she is talking to me; telling me her story. Wonderful pictures from her family album are included--Oh; my goodness--What a beautiful baby!