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This title in other formats:Historic Preservation: An Introduction to Its History, Principles, and Practiceby Norman Tyler
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Historic preservation, which started as a grassroots movement, now represents the cutting edge in a cultural revolution focused on 'green' architecture and sustainability. This is the only book to cover the gamut of preservation issues in layman"s language: the philosophy and history of the movement, the role of government, the documentation and designation of historic properties, sensitive architectural designs and planning, preservation technology, and heritage tourism, plus a survey of architectural styles. It is an ideal introduction to the field for students, historians, preservationists, property owners, local officials, and community leaders. Updated throughout, this revised edition addresses new subjects, including heritage tourism and partnering with the environmental community. Book News Annotation:N. Tyler, Ligibel, and I. Tyler present a revised edition of their
resource text on historic preservation. The only text available that
covers preservation issues in layman's language, the text is suitable
for students, historians, preservationists, property owners, local
officials, community leaders, and interested general readers. Topics
addressed include the philosophy and history of the historic
preservation movement, the role of government, the documentation and
designation of historic properties, sensitive architectural designs
and planning, and preservation technology. The text also provides a
survey of architectural styles. Updated throughout, the second
edition also covers new topics including heritage tourism, heritage
areas and corridors, and partnering with the environmental community.
Illustrated with b&w photographs and line drawings. Norman Tyler and
Ligibel are with Eastern Michigan U.; Ilene Tyler is an architect and
preservation specialist in Ann Arbor.
Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Synopsis:The classic primer on the subject, revised to reflect the latest developments in theory and practice.
Synopsis:This is the only book to cover the gamut of preservation issues in layman's language: the philosophy and history of the movement, the role of government, the documentation and designation of historic properties, sensitive architectural designs and planning, preservation technology, and heritage tourism, plus a survey of architectural styles. It is an ideal introduction to the field for students, historians, preservationists, property owners, local officials, and community leaders. Updated throughout, this revised edition addresses new subjects, including heritage tourism and partnering with the environmental community. Synopsis:The classic primer on the subject, revised to reflect the latest developments in theory and practice.Historic Preservationsurveys the concepts, techniques, and procedures for preserving our architectural and cultural heritage. Every chapter has been updated, and new chapters address the relevance of sustainability, "green" architecture, and heritage tourism to historic preservation. More than eighty-five new graphics and photographs enhance the text. About the AuthorTed J. Ligibellives in Lambertville, Michigan. Ilene R. Tylerlives in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Norman Tylerlives in Ann Arbor, Michigan. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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