Buildings and Landmarks of 19th-Century America: American Society Revealed

Buildings and Landmarks of 19th-Century America: American Society Revealed
ISBN-10
144083573X
ISBN-13
9781440835735
Category
History
Pages
323
Language
English
Published
2017-05-05
Publisher
ABC-CLIO
Author
Elizabeth B. Greene

Description

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

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