Architects Of Fortune: Mies Van Der Rohe And The Third Reich
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Elaine S. Hochman
Binding: Paperback
Published: Fromm International Publishing Corporation., 1990
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This compelling historical account, Architects Of Fortune: Mies Van Der Rohe And The Third Reich, meticulously chronicles the complex and often troubling interactions between the renowned modernist architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and the Nazi regime. It uncovers the compromises and ethical dilemmas faced by artists and intellectuals during a period of immense political upheaval, presenting a nuanced portrait of a figure navigating a totalitarian landscape. The narrative details the architect's attempts to continue his work and influence within a system fundamentally opposed to his artistic principles. This scholarly work illustrates the profound impact of political ideology on artistic freedom and personal integrity, offering a critical examination of a pivotal moment in architectural history.
Author: Elaine S. Hochman
Binding: Paperback
Published: Fromm International Publishing Corporation., 1990
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This compelling historical account, Architects Of Fortune: Mies Van Der Rohe And The Third Reich, meticulously chronicles the complex and often troubling interactions between the renowned modernist architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and the Nazi regime. It uncovers the compromises and ethical dilemmas faced by artists and intellectuals during a period of immense political upheaval, presenting a nuanced portrait of a figure navigating a totalitarian landscape. The narrative details the architect's attempts to continue his work and influence within a system fundamentally opposed to his artistic principles. This scholarly work illustrates the profound impact of political ideology on artistic freedom and personal integrity, offering a critical examination of a pivotal moment in architectural history.