John Summerson
Sir John Summerson (1904-1992) was the curator of Sir John Soane's Museum in London for almost forty years, simultaneously teaching the history of architecture at the Architectural Association in London and at Birkbeck College, University of London. His many books include Architecture in Britain 1530-1830 for the Pelican History of Art series and The Classical Language of Architecture.
Sir John Summerson (1904-1992) was the curator of Sir John Soane's Museum in London for almost forty years, simultaneously teaching the history of architecture at the Architectural Association in London and at Birkbeck College, University of London. His many books include Architecture in Britain 1530-1830 for the Pelican History of Art series and The Classical Language of Architecture. See less
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The Classical Language of Architecture
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by Mike S, Nov 26, 2011
This is a short, but very complete book.
Very informative, easy to read. Read More
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The Classical Language of Architecture
by martin r, Nov 24, 2011
Excellent book to be recommended to every Hist of Art and Architecture student.
V good service, quick efficient. 10 out of 10. Read More
