Francis Greenway: His Life And Times
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: M. H. Ellis
Binding: Hardback
Published: Angus and Robertson, 1953
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical biography, Francis Greenway His Life And Times, chronicles the remarkable career of Australia's first government architect, Francis Greenway, against the backdrop of early colonial Sydney. It presents a vivid portrait of the challenges and triumphs faced by a visionary individual shaping a nascent society. The narrative details Greenway's architectural contributions, from public buildings to private residences, illustrating his enduring impact on the urban landscape. M.H. Ellis meticulously reconstructs the social and political climate of the era, offering profound insights into the forces that shaped both the man and his monumental works. This authoritative account is essential reading for anyone interested in Australian history, architecture, and the lives of pioneering figures.
Author: M. H. Ellis
Binding: Hardback
Published: Angus and Robertson, 1953
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical biography, Francis Greenway His Life And Times, chronicles the remarkable career of Australia's first government architect, Francis Greenway, against the backdrop of early colonial Sydney. It presents a vivid portrait of the challenges and triumphs faced by a visionary individual shaping a nascent society. The narrative details Greenway's architectural contributions, from public buildings to private residences, illustrating his enduring impact on the urban landscape. M.H. Ellis meticulously reconstructs the social and political climate of the era, offering profound insights into the forces that shaped both the man and his monumental works. This authoritative account is essential reading for anyone interested in Australian history, architecture, and the lives of pioneering figures.