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Other titles in the Classic Reprint series:Plan of Chicago (Classic Reprint)by Daniel Hudson Burnham
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:This meticulous reprint of the "Plan of Chicago" reproduces all 142 plates from the original, 48 of which are in color. It also contains a color plate of the City Hall that was omitted from the 1909 edition. A new introduction by Kristen Schaffer details those parts of Burnham's draft that were excluded from the published book. The most visible document of the City Beautiful movement, this reprint still holds valuable lessons for today's architects and planners.
Princeton Architectural Press's Reprint Series was established in 1981 to make rare volumes on architecture available to a wider audience. The books' beautiful reproductions and finest quality printing and binding match those of the originals, while their 9-by-12-inch format makes them accessible and affordable. New introductions bring a modern voice to these classic texts, updating them to become invaluable contemporary resources. These critically acclaimed books are an essential addition to any library. Book News Annotation:Burnham and Bennett's landmark text--published in 1909--
revolutionized urban design. Adopted by the city of Chicago, the plan
had a major impact on its development, particularly that of the Lake
Shore, detailing proposals for circulation, transportation
facilities, civic buildings, and parks. This reprint reproduces all
143 plates from the original, 48 in color. It also contains a plate
of City Hall, rendered in color by Jules Guerin, that was omitted
from the original edition. Kristen Schaffer's new introduction
examines Burnham's handwritten draft of the book, focusing on those
parts that were edited out of the publication, to suggest a
reinterpretation of the plan. Exquisitely beautiful and belongs on
coffee tables as well as in libraries.
Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Synopsis:Princeton Architectural Press's classic reprint series was established in 1981 to make rare volumes on architecture available to a wider audience. The books' beautiful reproductions and finest quality printing and binding match those of the originals, while their 9-by-12-inch format makes them accessible and affordable. New introductions bring a modern voice to these texts, updating them to become invaluable contemporary resources. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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