Monuments And Memorials
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Beryl Henderson
Binding: Paperback
Published: The Royal Australian Historical Society Register, 1988
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Monuments And Memorials by Beryl Henderson presents a compelling examination of the human impulse to commemorate, detailing the diverse forms and functions of public remembrance across cultures and eras. This insightful work chronicles the evolution of memorial architecture and sculpture, illustrating how these structures reflect societal values, historical narratives, and collective memory. The author uncovers the stories behind iconic and lesser-known tributes, arguing for their enduring power to shape our understanding of the past and influence future generations. With an academic yet accessible tone, it offers a profound meditation on legacy, loss, and the art of preserving history.
Author: Beryl Henderson
Binding: Paperback
Published: The Royal Australian Historical Society Register, 1988
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Monuments And Memorials by Beryl Henderson presents a compelling examination of the human impulse to commemorate, detailing the diverse forms and functions of public remembrance across cultures and eras. This insightful work chronicles the evolution of memorial architecture and sculpture, illustrating how these structures reflect societal values, historical narratives, and collective memory. The author uncovers the stories behind iconic and lesser-known tributes, arguing for their enduring power to shape our understanding of the past and influence future generations. With an academic yet accessible tone, it offers a profound meditation on legacy, loss, and the art of preserving history.