1001 Buildings You Must See Before You Die: The World's Architectural Masterpieces (Quintessence Books)

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This book is a one-stop guide to the worlds greatest architectural achievements. Comprehensive and concise, it contains reviews of the most influential structures ever built worldwide. Covering a diverse array of architectural traditions and construction stylesfrom the bold and brash to the spiritual and reserved, from Angkor Wat to the Parthenon, from Frank Lloyd Wrights Fallingwater to Frank Gehrys Bilbao Guggenheimthe book celebrates the vision and achievement of world architecture. Entries are organized chronologically and include essential information on the featured building, as well as the social, political, cultural, and geographical considerations that influenced the design. Stunning illustrations and photographs highlight the technical feats and aesthetic brilliance of architects past and present. This comprehensive collection is an accessible reference for anyone interested in the history of architecture.