Architecture. The Art of Understanding

Architecture is thousands of names of famous architects and numerous unnamed masterpieces of world architecture. Walking through the streets of cities, we stop in front of a building we like, trying to learn at least a little about its creator, about the style in which it was built. Want to easily understand all styles, eras, and names? This beautifully illustrated guide: Introduces the art of world architecture in all its diversity of styles and sections. Provides an opportunity to embark on an exciting journey through time, tracing the entire history of architectural development – from prehistoric times to the beginning of the 20th century – and understand how and why its forms changed and which great architects played a significant role in this. Unveils the secrets of architectural styles.