Railway Architecture
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: Marcus Binney And David Pearce
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Bloomsbury Books, 1985
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings
This authoritative volume, Railway Architecture, presents a comprehensive study of the structures that defined the golden age of rail travel. It chronicles the evolution of station design, bridge engineering, and ancillary buildings, illustrating how these functional edifices became iconic symbols of progress and innovation. The text details the aesthetic and structural ingenuity behind these monumental constructions, from grand termini to humble signal boxes, showcasing the diverse architectural styles employed across different eras and regions. This essential work uncovers the social and economic impact of these railway structures, arguing for their enduring legacy as significant contributions to the built environment. It offers a captivating look into a specialized field of architectural history, celebrating the often-overlooked beauty and engineering prowess of railway infrastructure.
Author: Marcus Binney And David Pearce
Published: 1985, Bloomsbury Books
Author: Marcus Binney And David Pearce
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Bloomsbury Books, 1985
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings
This authoritative volume, Railway Architecture, presents a comprehensive study of the structures that defined the golden age of rail travel. It chronicles the evolution of station design, bridge engineering, and ancillary buildings, illustrating how these functional edifices became iconic symbols of progress and innovation. The text details the aesthetic and structural ingenuity behind these monumental constructions, from grand termini to humble signal boxes, showcasing the diverse architectural styles employed across different eras and regions. This essential work uncovers the social and economic impact of these railway structures, arguing for their enduring legacy as significant contributions to the built environment. It offers a captivating look into a specialized field of architectural history, celebrating the often-overlooked beauty and engineering prowess of railway infrastructure.