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Architecture: From Prehistory to Postmodernity, Reprint (2nd Edition)

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I am a Registered architect(with National Certification), Registered Interior Designer and instructor of Architectural History. Trachtenberg and Hyman have written the definitive history of western architecture in this tract. The reading is awkward at times, but the ideas conveyed comprise the foundation of todays architectural theory. There are few, if any textbooks on this subject which maintain a consistant thread of thought all the way through. This one does. If you are vitally interested in the underpinnings of today's designs, you should read it.

Isabelle Hyman was my professor for Renaissance Architecture at NYU. She was my favorite professor in four years there, and when I used this text for an overview class it solidified my opinion of her and her knowledge. An excellent textbook.

Book was in virtually new condition. I had one product sticker on back cover, which the description mentioned prior to buying. It didn't contain the plastic face cover, but I saved at least $30 on this book so that didn't bother me.

This book came in a very timely matter. I am satisfied with the quality of the book. It is in great condition.

It does not take a whole lot of verbiage or a Ph.D. to describe what the Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, or the modern Americans have achieved in constructing their architecture. This book is written with an unecessary amount of big words and is extremely abstract throughout and tends to over-explains simple architectural realms. It does have great color photos.
If you want to read an excellent architectural book buy or read Sir Banister Fletcher's Architecture.

The book arrived earlier than expected. It is a book I needed and could only find on Amazon. I am grateful that the book came in the condition that was describe to me. I encourage people to check out this book.

Product was in Excellent condition except for a minor tear on the cover jacket (Which I don't use)

Was delivered fast and have had nothing wrong with it

Good stuff :)