THE SHORT STORY OF ARCHITECTURE

u003ciu003eThe Short Story of Architectureu003c/iu003e is a pocket book guide to key styles, buildings, elements and materials - a new and innovative guide to the subject of architecture that explores 50 key buildings, from the Great Pyramids to high-tech, sustainable skyscrapers.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eAccessible and concise, the book links the 50 key works to the most important architectural materials, elements and styles, giving readers all the tools they need to understand and appreciate the built world.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003ciu003e"A brilliant little book [...] Those with an interest in architecture but who find the language and jargon of the genre intimidating and often impenetrable are sure to find Hodge's simple accessible style enjoyable and refreshing"u003c/iu003e- u003cbu003eSelf Build & Designu003c/bu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003ciu003e"I enjoyed this book. There is no fluff here, nothing extra. It's just a great overview of some great buildings, architectural styles and materials. The photographs are beautiful and the writing crisp and clear. I recommend this book for anyone who wants an introduction to architecture and some insights in the buildings around us or that predate us."u003c/iu003e - u003cbu003eGoodreads revieweru003c/bu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003ciu003e"I am an architect and most certainly enjoyed this book. (...) [T]he chapters Elements and Materials are a nice take on architectural history and will offer valuable information for non professionals! I see this book as an encyclopaedia to get basic information on various topics. But the very short chapters are really just a starting point. The images are very helpful throughout and the layout is clean and helps the reader navigate the book. You are looking for a Short Story of Architecture? That is exactly what you get, in the best possible way."u003c/iu003e - u003cbu003eGoodreads revieweru003c/bu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eOther books in 'The Short Story of...' series include u003ciu003eThe Short Story of Art, The Short Story of Photography, The Short Story of Film u003c/iu003eand u003ciu003eThe Short Story of Modern Art.u003c/iu003e