Buildings and landmarks of 19th-century America : American society revealed
Elizabeth B. Greene (Author)
An invaluable resource for readers interested in architecture and design that demonstrates how the construction, form, and function of key structures in the 19th-century influenced American social, political, economic, and intellectual life. • Discusses 19th-century U.S. landmarks in the context of key events and topics in history • Guides readers through the process of critically assessing and analyzing buildings and important structures in 19th-century America • Examines the history of a variety of interesting and important landmarks, not all of which are celebrated or well-known but have had significant influence on American society at the time • Gives unique perspective to students about how people lived in 19th-century America
Print Book, English, 2017
Greenwood, an Imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC, Santa Barbara, California, 2017