James Ingo Freed's United States Holocaust Memorial Musuem is regarded as one of the late 20th century's most profound architectural statements. Examined in this book, it is more than a museum, as an institution dedicated to research and teaching as well as contemplation and commemoration. In designing it, Freed sought nothing less than to use the very fabric of the building to convey the criminality of the systematic, industrialized extermination of some six million Jews and other so-called enemies of the Nazi state. Freed ...
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James Ingo Freed's United States Holocaust Memorial Musuem is regarded as one of the late 20th century's most profound architectural statements. Examined in this book, it is more than a museum, as an institution dedicated to research and teaching as well as contemplation and commemoration. In designing it, Freed sought nothing less than to use the very fabric of the building to convey the criminality of the systematic, industrialized extermination of some six million Jews and other so-called enemies of the Nazi state. Freed was galvanized in this approach by a visit to some of the death camps, and came away convinced that the architecture of the memorial could suggest the frightening efficency with which the Final Solution was carried out. It follows that the Hall of Witness, the great central void around which the museum is organized, is a haunting and evocative space in modern architecture.
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Very Good. This Paperback edition is in a good clean condition throughout. Sticker on bottom of dust jacket, spine area. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 60 p. Contains: Illustrations. Architecture in Detail.
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Very Good. A lot of scratches and minor shelf wear on cover. Content is fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 60 p. Contains: Illustrations. Architecture in Detail.
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Very Good. Some shelfwear with minor scratches but does not affect the content. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 60 p. Contains: Illustrations. Architecture in Detail.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 9780714829395.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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New. 0714842206. *** FREE UPGRADE to Courier/Priority Shipping Upon Request ***-*** IN STOCK AND IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT-FLAWLESS COPY, BRAND NEW, PRISTINE, NEVER OPENED---Corresponds to ISBN: 0714842206. (60) pp., 159 illus. (20 in color), select bibliog., sq. 4to. Description: "The 'Architecture in Detail' series comprises books that focus on individual buildings noted for their exceptional character, innovative design or technical virtuosity. Each volume contains a text by a respected author, a sequence of colour and black-and-white photographs and a set of technical drawings and working details. The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is one of the late 20th century's most profound architectural statements. It is a living institution dedicated to research and teaching as well as to contemplation and commemoration. It is one of the most visited museums in the US."--with a bonus offer--