Architecture, Mysticism and Myth (Paperback)

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First published in 1892, this classic explores the symbolism of classical architecture. A milestone in relating mysticism to design, it shows the correlation between mythology and the design of St. Paul's Cathedral, the Taj Mahal, the Palace of Versailles, and other architectural masterpieces. 30 black-and-white illustrations.

About the Author

British architect WILLIAM RICHARD LETHABY (1857-1931) was the first professor of design at the Royal College of Art. He also wrote Greek Buildings (1908), Mediaeval Art (1912), and Architecture (1912). --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications (March 19, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0486435199
• ISBN-13: 978-0486435190
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,209,850 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, November 10, 2006

By	Mara Saxer "Mara" (Santa Fe, NM, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Architecture, Mysticism and Myth (Paperback)

Wonderfully informative, engrossing, overall a worthwhile read. There's a reason all other books on the subject trace back to it.