Masterpieces of Architecture

Architecture has a tremendous power of influence. It can provide a sense of harmony or evoke anxiety, suppress or instill confidence, glorify. But it also reflects numerous factors, telling us much about the past and present. This beautifully illustrated edition... will introduce you to the art of architecture in all its diversity of main styles, fields, and sections. It will be particularly interesting for those who would like to trace the entire history of architectural development – from primitive times to the early 20th century – to understand how and why its forms changed, and which great architects played a significant role in this. The book also reveals the secrets behind the construction of the most famous architectural structures, offering a new perspective on the masterpieces known worldwide.