Letters of an Architect, From France, Italy, and Greece. Volume 1 [of 2] by Woods
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"Letters of an Architect, From France, Italy, and Greece. Volume 1 of 2" by Joseph Woods is a travelogue with a focus on architecture, written in the early 19th century. The book offers a detailed exploration of notable edifices and architectural styles in France, Italy, and Greece, emphasizing the author's observations and insights on the principles of beauty and construction in architecture. The opening of the work starts with a transcriber’s note,
indicating corrections and formatting notes for readers. Woods introduces the subject of architecture, stating the importance of understanding both the pleasing aspects and the defects in significant buildings. He emphasizes the need for architects to study these details in order to refine their craft. He begins his journey with a letter from Paris, describing scenery, accommodation, and initial impressions of notable structures such as the Cathedral of Amiens, where he blends historical anecdotes with personal reflections on the architectural features he encounters. The author aims to provide guidance to both aspiring architects and enthusiasts, establishing a narrative that intertwines artistic evaluation with travel experiences across Europe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Woods, Joseph, 1776-1864 |
|---|---|
| Title | Letters of an Architect, From France, Italy, and Greece. Volume 1 [of 2] |
| Credits |
Sonya Schermann and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NA: Fine Arts: Architecture |
| Subject | Architecture -- France |
| Subject | Architecture -- Italy |
| Subject | Architecture -- Greece |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 64013 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-64013-6 |
| Release Date | Dec 11, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 685 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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