| Peter Harrison: First American Architect Contributor(s): Bridenbaugh, Carl (Author) |
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ISBN: 0807839566 ISBN-13: 9780807839560 Publisher: Omohundro Institute and University of North C OUR PRICE: $47.50 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Literary Collections - History | United States - Revolutionary Period (1775-1800) |
| Series: Published by the Omohundro Institute of Early American Histo |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 7.4" W x 9.9" (1.10 lbs) 247 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 18th Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This illustrated story of America's first architect is based on material from a number of contemporary sources in the colonial period. Harrison's buildings reflect the classical mode, and they fortunately survived the Revolution. His designs include the King's Chapel, Boston; the Synagogue, Newport; and Christ Church, Cambridge. Originally published in 1949. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value. |