Greek Architecture (Hist of Art)

This volume describes architecture in the Greek land from the prehistoric settlements of Troy the Minoan palaces of Crete and their counterparts in the Mycenean kingdoms to the absorption of Hellenism into the Roman Empire. The book pays particular attention to the early period supplying a large-scale account of the development of pre-Hellenic building. Then the evolution of temples and other religious buildings is traced. Two chapters follow the history of town planning and civic building while others cover the development of the theatre and such topics as Greek masonry vaulting and fortification. Series: Hist of ArtHardcover: 372 pagesPublisher: Puffin; Revised Subsequent edition (December 30 1957)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 0140560114ISBN-13: 978-0140560114 Product Dimensions: 20 x 20 x 20 inches Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds